A sharp instrument (trocar) is pushed into the joint space. A needle with an attached syringe is inserted into the joint to withdraw fluid for laboratory analysis.
It is usually reserved for more difficult cases where the diagnosis is not clear. The test can be used to diagnose bacterial or fungal infections, an abnormal buildup of iron, cancer, or other diseases.
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Sentinel-node biopsy
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The doctor may perform a bone marrow biopsy.
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A cone biopsy is performed to diagnose cancer of the cervix or to detect precancerous changes.
The procedure most often performed for pleural biopsy is called a percutaneous (passage through the skin by needle puncture) needle biopsy.
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The CPT code for a breast biopsy varies depending on the method used. For a percutaneous needle biopsy, the code is typically 19083 for a stereotactic breast biopsy and 19100 for an excisional biopsy. If it's a core needle biopsy, the code is 19101. It's important to select the code that accurately reflects the specific procedure performed.