How to Prepare For a Breast Biopsy

A biopsy is a small amount of tissue removed from the breast to be studied under a microscope. There are different ways to perform a breast biopsy; the one your doctor recommends will depend on the size, location and characteristics of the lump in your breast under investigation. This page contains tips and resources on how to prepare for a breast biopsy, as well as links to pages containing more specific information and videos on the different types of breast biopsies we perform at UCSF Radiology.

Breast Biopsy

Breast Biopsy Johns Hopkins Medicine

Breast Biopsy Services in Greater Houston

Private Breast Biopsy, Ultrasound & Stereotactic

Breast Biopsy Kaiser Permanente

Mammogram Jefferson Health

What to Expect During and After a Breast Biopsy

Breast Biopsy: Purpose, Procedure, and Risks

How To Prepare For A Breast Biopsy Procedure