Brain biopsy
Brain biopsy is the removal of a small piece of brain tissue for the diagnosis of abnormalities of the brain. It is used to diagnose tumors, infection, inflammation, and other brain disorders. By examining the tissue sample under a microscope, the biopsy sample provides information about the appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
| Brain biopsy | |
|---|---|
Brain biopsy under stereotaxy. | |
| ICD-9-CM | 01.11-01.14 |
| LOINC | 66109-0 |
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