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Chapter 9 Probes

Biopsy

A biopsy is an examination method that surgically extracts tissue from the patient for examination. The

probe and the biopsy kit are used together when conducting a biopsy with the ultrasonographic image

scanner.

The ultrasound system shows the needle, which penetrates through the skin surface and veins, along

with the examination location, minimizing the risk to the patient.

Biopsy Kit Components

The biopsy kit consists of the adapter, needle guide and needle. The components vary depending on the

probe type.

Needle

Guide

Biopsy

Adapter

[Figure 9.2 Biopsy Kit Components]

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Adapter: Secures the needle guide to the probe tightly.

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Needle Guide: Guides the angle (direction) of the needle so that it can reach the examination

location accurately. It also secures the needle so that the needle is not loose.

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Needle: This is the needle that is inserted into the patient’s body. The biopsy kit supplied by

Samsung Medison does not contain a needle.

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Sheath: Prevents the probe and adapter from getting soiled by any unwanted substances during

the examination (blood and other bodily uids).

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Ultrasound Gel: The space between the probe and the sheath is lled with the ultrasound gel to

obtain images of the best quality.

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