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Skin lesion biopsy - Results

Alternative Names

Punch biopsy; Shave biopsy; Skin biopsy; Biopsy - skin

Normal Values:

Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your doctor about what your specific test results mean.

What abnormal results mean:

The test may reveal skin cancers or benign (noncancerous) conditions. Bacteria and fungi can be identified. The test may also reveal some inflammatory diseases of the skin. Once the diagnosis is confirmed with the biopsy, a treatment plan is usually started.

  • Reviewed last on: 2/5/2008
  • Kevin Berman, MD, PhD, Associate, Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Disease, Atlanta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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