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Endometrial Biopsy Test

Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Feb 10, 2016


How is Endometrium biopsy test done?

The biopsy test is done with or without anesthesia, the patient is asked to lie on the back with her feet straight.


First, a pelvic examination is done followed by insertion of a speculum inside the vagina.

Then, cervix is grasped with an instrument (tenaculum) to steady the uterus. Followed by insertion of a small, hollow plastic tube into the uterine cavity and a suction apparatus attached to the tube sucks out a small section of the lining.

The tissue sample and instruments are removed after collecting the sample and the sample is examined under the microscope by a pathologist.

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