FNAC / Tru cut Biopsy / Aspirations

What is Tru-cut Biopsy?

Tru-cut Biopsy is the method used to detect and diagnose tissue in bone tumors with the help of soft tissue extension. It is a minimal invasive, accurate and safe method for diagnosing abdominal and pelvic tumors to avoid unnecessary laparoscopy.

When is Tru-cut Biopsy needed?

Tru-cut Biopsy is an accurate method used for the following reasons:

• Diagnosis of primary Tumors.
• Metastases of gynecological and non-gynecological tumors.
• Suspected recurrences of tumor.
• Tissue diagnosis of malignancy.

What is FNAC ?

Fine Needle Aspirate Cytology also commonly known as fine needle aspiration biopsy is a simple diagnostic procedure which helps collect sample from a body part. Usually this is done using a thin and long gauge needle. The cells from a particular mass or lump is taken and sent for further analysis to usually determine the cause of the lump and can also confirm its nature, whether cancerous or not.

The FNAC is extremely quick, safe, efficient and accurate method to diagnose any kind of abnormal swelling or lump in the body. This FNAC when done under ultrasound guidance further enhances the accuracy and help in deferring any damage to the nearby tissues.