When suspicious growths appear on the skin, biopsies can be taken to learn if they’re cancerous. Detecting cancer early can be vital to treating it successfully. If the growths are benign, a biopsy can determine their origin and depth.
In a skin biopsy, a tissue or cell sample is removed and sent to a lab for tests. Most biopsies are shallow, such as shaving off a thin piece of skin, and they can be done in the office with only a local anesthetic.
Skin biopsies are a safe and effective means to detect skin conditions, infections and disease.
