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My doctor wants to perform a biopsy on my thyroid gland. What should I expect?
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A biopsy is a procedure used to collect tissue samples from the thyroid gland for examination under a microscope. The purpose of the procedure is to determine if there are any abnormal cells present in the thyroid, which could indicate cancer. During the biopsy, the doctor will use a needle to remove a small amount of tissue from the thyroid. This tissue sample will then be sent to a laboratory for analysis. Depending on the results of the analysis, further treatment may be necessary.