Sentences with phrase «obtained by needle»

To confirm the diagnosis, a sample of bone marrow, obtained by needle aspiration or needle biopsy, may be required to confirm the diagnosis.

Cytology is the microscopic examination of cell samples obtained by needle aspiration.

Not exact matches

During a cystocentesis, your vet obtains an uncontaminated urine specimen by removing it from the urinary bladder using a needle.

Your veterinarian may obtain this sample by performing a needle aspiration, a punch biopsy, a tissue biopsy or a full surgical excision.

Sometimes, the veterinarian can obtain these biopsy samples without surgery by directing a biopsy needle with an ultrasound machine; or using an apparatus called a laparoscope.

These samples may sometimes be collected from the surface of the lesion under investigation, but more often, the sample is obtained by use of a special needle.

Diagnosing lymphoma usually starts by obtaining cells of the affected organ with a needle for a clinical pathologist to examine.

Vets can also do a cystocentesis on a dog in order to pass a needle through the bladder and to obtain a more sterile sample (this is not a painful test, by the way).

Pet urine obtained as a first morning sample, or with a needle by your veterinarian, is the preferred method of diagnosis of urinary tract infections.

Urine to be submitted for culture and sensitivity has to be obtained by cystocentesis (a direct intra-abdominal fine needle aspirate of the bladder) to prevent contamination of the sample.

MOUNTAIN WEST MEDICAL CENTER, Brookfield, WI (3/2013 to Present) Phlebotomist • Greet patients and review lab request forms to determine what tests need to be performed • Schedule testing appointments and prepare specimen labels • Verify patient information by inquiring into patient identity and check patient tags to re-verify patient information • Use a variety of blood obtaining procedures such as venipunctures and butterfly needle punctures to draw blood • Collect samples in pre-labeled sample bottles and ensure that they are properly stored • Affix appropriate labels on specimens and prepare specimens for delivery / shipment purposes • Dispose of biological waste and needles in an appropriate and safe manner • Handle patient registration and order entry into the laboratory database system • Log in drawn specimens and add footnotes where appropriate • Provide patients with information on what to expect during blood drawing and when to expect results

They may obtain a blood specimen by inserting a needle into the patient's vein — called phlebotomy — or by performing a finger stick with a lancet.