Endometrial biopsy
The endometrial biopsy is a medical procedure that involves taking a tissue sample of the lining of the uterus. The tissue subsequently undergoes a histologic evaluation which aids the physician in forming a diagnosis.
| Endometrial biopsy | |
|---|---|
Micrograph showing an endometrial biopsy with simple endometrial hyperplasia, where the gland-to-stroma ratio is preserved but the glands have an irregular shape and/or are dilated. H&E stain. | |
| ICD-10-PCS | 0UDB |
| ICD-9-CM | 68.13, 68.16 |
| MedlinePlus | 003917 |
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