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Biopsy

/bˈaɪɑpsi/
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(noun) The removal and examination of a sample of tissue, cells, or bodily fluid from a living body for diagnostic purposes.

The results of Tom's biopsy show that the tumor is cancerous.
The results of Tom's biopsy show that the tumor is benign.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The doctor performed a small ____ to check if the growth was harmful.

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