Get your CT-Guided Biopsy Procedure using advanced radiology and image-guided procedures in Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy with a NABL- and NABH-accredited diagnostic centre. It is a procedure that is less invasive and guides the biopsy needle through computed tomography (CT) imaging to take a tissue sample for processing in the laboratory for pathological analysis.

About CT Guided Biopsy Procedure

A biopsy is performed using a guide to guide the needle into an abnormal area of the body to remove tissue; this is called a CT-guided biopsy. It employs technology (Cross Sectional), which produces detailed cross-sectional images of the insides which allows a doctor to choose the location of the biopsy. The process may be suggested if there is some abnormality seen on imaging and tissue examination is necessary to determine what the nature of the abnormality may be. After that, the collected specimen is sent out for histopathological examination and possibly additional routine testing.

What is a CT-Guided Biopsy?

A CT-guided biopsy involves using a CT (X-ray) scan as a guide for the biopsy needle to be inserted into a specific area of the body. It also gives the opportunity to get samples of tissue from lesions or abnormalities where other methods might not be possible. During the surgery, the CT scan gives images to the surgeon to tell him where the area is, how deep it is, and the safest way for him to get to the target area. After the needle has been inserted, one or more pieces of tissue will be removed for additional testing. When the abnormality is identified within the lungs, liver, kidneys, bones, lymph nodes and other parts of the body and clinically indicated, a CT scan can be used to obtain the tissue which is required to help confirm the diagnosis.

Common Reasons for CT-Guided Biopsy

• Suspicious Lesions: Sampling of tissue of abnormalities from CT, MRI, or ultrasound.
• Suspected Cancer: To help decide whether a lesion is malignant or non-cancerous by conducting a histopathological examination.
• Lung Lesions: To take samples of specific distal nodules/masses within the lungs.
• Bone Lesions: To assess any bone lesions in the hip and determine if the problem is due to the bone lesion or if it is another problem causing the lesion.
• Enlarged, abnormal lymph nodes: Study of enlarged or abnormal lymph nodes.
• Infection or Inflammation: To take tissue samples if an unusual infection or inflammatory problem needs to be further examined.
• Treatment Planning: To provide a definitive tissue diagnosis which may guide the physician towards determining which treatment course may be suitable.

Conditions Evaluated

Lung Nodules and Masses

A CT-guided biopsy can be performed in the lung, removing a sample of a necessary nodule or mass, if needed. Some updated information may be provided by the histopathology (microscopic examination), which will tell you if it is cancer or infection, inflammation, or some other problem.

Liver Lesions

It may also be used to acquire tissue, if necessary, for microscopic inspection and additional tests to check if there are any suspicious tumors in the liver.

Kidney Abnormalities

Biopsy may be clinically appropriate and, if it is, can be performed under the guidance of a CT scanner to sample those specific renal lesions and abnormalities.

Bone Lesions

The abnormal bone areas (which may seem like primary bone tumour) can be examined by CT-guided biopsy.

Lymph Node Abnormalities

They may require tissue tests if they become larger or if they are enlarged, to determine whether it is a lymphoma or an infection, or if the enlarged lymph nodes are due to an inflammatory condition.

Soft-Tissue Masses

It may be done to help obtain specimens from some soft-tissue masses that may help to establish the diagnosis and plan for further management.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is an NABL and NABH Certified diagnostic Centre with cutting-edge technology and expertise in the domain of Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Pathology. We use the latest CT technology, trained radiology personnel, uniform processes, and patient-centred care to provide our imaging services. Throughout the biopsy procedure, we place a strong emphasis on the correct imaging guidance, how to plan the procedure and the diagnostic accuracy.

Book Your CT-Guided Biopsy Procedure

If your doctor has suggested the use of a CT-guided biopsy procedure, please contact Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy for appointment information and to help you through the procedure. Take the medications, previous computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasound reports, and medical records to see with your doctor. The radiology staff will inspect the place of biopsy and tell you how to prepare and the risks involved in having the biopsy performed. Let the team know if anything is happening with your immune system, allergies, or bleeders or blood-thinning medicines prior to the procedure.