FNA and Core Biopsy Procedure in Perth
Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) and Core Biopsy are essential diagnostic procedures offered by skilled interventional radiologists in Perth, including Dr. Mark Hamlin. These procedures are used to obtain tissue samples unders ultrasound guidance. The samples are analysed by pathology labs to give a tissue diagnosis and help guide medical management.
What is an FNA?
A Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) Biopsy is a simple procedure that involves passing A thin needle through the skin to sample fluid or tissue from a cyst or solid mass. An FNA performed under ultrasound or CT guidance has the advantage of being minimally invasive.
What is a Core Biopsy?
A Core Biopsy may be necessary when a larger sample is required. A different type of needle is used, and it involves making a small incision (cut) in the skin.
Body Areas
We perform FNA and Core Biopsies at multiple sites, including and not limited to:
- Lump/mass
- Lymph node
- Thyroid
- Breast
Patient preparation
In certain circumstances, you may also be required to stop taking blood-thinning medications such as Aspirin, and depending on the part of your body to be sampled, you may be required to refrain from eating or drinking for a period of time before your appointment. We advise that you confirm with your doctor if these steps apply to you.
Who will be performing the procedure? All FNA and Core Biopsies are performed under Ultrasound guidance for pinpoint accuracy by Dr Hamlin ensuring you get the highest quality care.
Please bring any previous imaging with you to your appointment. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask us.
Bookings
Bookings are required for this procedure.