Hi Anon - Atypical cells are cells that appear abnormal. This can result from a number of factors including inflammation, infection and even aging. Atypical cells are not always cancer cells, but sometimes they are and additional tests are needed to make the determination.
There are two types of surgical biopsies.
* Incisional biopsy—cutting out a sample of a lump or suspicious area
* Excisional biopsy—cutting out all of a lump or suspicious area and an area of healthy tissue around the edges
You can learn more about this from our breast cancer reference page:
Have we answered your question? When is your appointment? Please let us know how your procedure goes and let us know if you have any additional questions. This process can be very stressful and we're here to help you.
Take care, Pat
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Hi Anon - Atypical cells are cells that appear abnormal. This can result from a number of factors including inflammation, infection and even aging. Atypical cells are not always cancer cells, but sometimes they are and additional tests are needed to make the determination.
There are two types of surgical biopsies.
* Incisional biopsy—cutting out a sample of a lump or suspicious area
* Excisional biopsy—cutting out all of a lump or suspicious area and an area of healthy tissue around the edges
You can learn more about this from our breast cancer reference page:
https://www.empowher.com/media/reference/breast-cancer
Have we answered your question? When is your appointment? Please let us know how your procedure goes and let us know if you have any additional questions. This process can be very stressful and we're here to help you.
February 26, 2010 - 5:53pmTake care, Pat
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