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Biopsy (bx)

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Excision of a small piece of tissue for microscopic examination to assist in determining a diagnosis

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Cytologic Testing

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Examination of cells to determine their structure and origin. Pap smears are considered a form of cytologic testing

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Exploratory Surgery

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Surgery performed for the purpose of determining if cancer is present or if a known cancer has spread. Biopsies are generally performed

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Staging Laparotomy

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Surgical procedure in which the abdomen is entered to determine the extent and staging of a tumor