A liver biopsy is done using a needle inserted between two of
the right lower ribs. The needle removes a small sample of liver tissue. The
tissue sample is sent to a lab and looked at under a microscope to see if there
are any liver problems.
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By
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Healthwise Staff |
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Primary Medical Reviewer
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E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine |
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Specialist Medical Reviewer
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Michel M. Murr, MD - General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery |
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Last Revised
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December 13, 2011 |