Your Cart
Your cart is empty

Looks like you haven't added any test / checkup to your cart

Add Test / Checkup
Book Now
User Sign In Offers
Lab Test

Needle Biopsy - Liver with Special Stains

A liver needle biopsy is a medical procedure that involves the removal of a small sample of liver tissue, which is then analyzed under a microscope. This diagnostic test can provide valuable information about the health and function of your liver and help your doctor identify any abnormalities or diseases, such as cirrhosis, liver cancer, or hepatitis. Special stains are used in the laboratory to enhance the visibility of certain cellular structures or elements, providing additional information about the tissue sample.

The procedure for a liver needle biopsy is typically performed under local anesthesia. A thin, hollow needle is inserted through the skin and into the liver to obtain the tissue sample. The needle is guided using imaging techniques such as ultrasound or a computed tomography (CT) scan to ensure accurate placement.

  • Profile Name: Needle Biopsy - Liver with Special Stains
  • Sample Type: Tissue specimen
  • Preparations Required: No food or drink is allowed for 6-8 hours before the procedure. Patients should inform the healthcare provider about any medications they are currently taking.
  • Report Time: 7 days
Why is a needle biopsy of the liver performed?

A needle biopsy of the liver can be performed to diagnose liver diseases, determine the severity of liver disease, monitor the progression of liver disease, or to evaluate the effectiveness of a treatment.

How is a liver needle biopsy performed?

The procedure involves the insertion of a thin needle through the skin and into the liver to collect a small tissue sample. This is typically done under local anesthesia and with the guidance of imaging techniques like ultrasound or CT scans.

Home Sample Collection Process

1
Book your convenient slot
Book your convenient slot
2
Sample Collection by Phlebotomist
Sample Collection by Phlebotomist
3
Reporting of the sample at lab
Reporting of the sample at lab
4
Download Reports
Download Reports
Frequently Asked Questions

Typically, you should avoid eating or drinking for 6-8 hours before the procedure. Be sure to inform your healthcare provider about any medications you are currently taking.

The procedure itself usually takes about 15-30 minutes. However, the total time at the hospital may be several hours, including preparation and recovery time.

The results of a liver needle biopsy are typically available within 5-7 days.

The results can provide information about the health of your liver, including the presence or absence of disease. The use of special stains can provide further information about specific cellular structures or elements.

While generally considered safe, a liver needle biopsy can be associated with some risks, including pain, bleeding, infection, or injury to surrounding organs. Your healthcare provider will discuss these potential risks with you prior to the procedure.

After the procedure, you will be monitored for a period of time to ensure there are no complications. You may experience some soreness at the biopsy site, but this usually improves within a few days.

Alternative tests may include imaging studies such as ultrasound, CT scans, or MRIs, or non-invasive blood tests. The choice of test depends on your specific symptoms, medical history, and overall health.

Special stains are used to enhance the visibility of certain cellular structures or elements, allowing for a more detailed analysis of the tissue sample.

If the biopsy results show abnormal findings, your healthcare provider will discuss the results with you and plan the appropriate next steps, which could include additional tests, treatments, or referrals to a specialist.

Yes, you can resume eating and drinking after the procedure, unless otherwise instructed by your healthcare provider.

The biopsy site should be kept clean and dry. You should avoid heavy lifting and strenuous physical activity for a few days after the procedure.

Yes, a liver needle biopsy can detect liver cancer. It can also identify other liver diseases or conditions.

Yes, it is generally recommended to have someone drive you home after the procedure, as you may be feeling drowsy or weak from the anesthesia or sedative used during the procedure.

Needle Biopsy - Liver with special stains
₹ 2500
Book Your Slot
Locations Near You in Hyderabad
  • 4KM from Madhapur
  • 3KM from Banjara Hills
  • 1.9KM from Yusufguda
  • 3KM from Madhura Nagar
  • 5KM from Shaikpet