Ovary Pathology Biopsy Report
An ovary pathology biopsy report is a document from a pathologist describing the microscopic examination of a small tissue sample taken from an ovary. It helps your care team understand whether the tissue is normal or shows changes that need follow-up.
["This report summarizes what a pathologist found when examining a tiny sample of ovarian tissue under a microscope."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 66116-5
- Short code
- Ovary Path Bx report
- Synonyms
- Ovary Path Bx report
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Specimen volume
- 5 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
What This Test Is
An ovarian biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small piece of tissue from an ovary. A pathologist then prepares the tissue, examines it under a microscope, and writes a report describing the findings. The report is not a blood test; it is a review of the actual tissue.
Why It May Be Done
Your doctor may order an ovarian biopsy to evaluate a mass, cyst, or abnormal imaging finding, to look for signs of inflammation or infection, or to help determine whether a growth is benign or potentially cancerous. The results guide decisions about monitoring, further testing, or treatment.
How to Prepare and What to Expect
Preparation depends on how the sample is obtained, such as during surgery or a minimally invasive procedure. Your care team will give you specific instructions about fasting, medications, and recovery. The biopsy itself is usually quick, and discomfort afterward is typically managed with routine care.
Understanding Your Results
Pathology reports use descriptive terms such as benign, suspicious, or malignant, along with details about the type of cells seen. Because these terms can be complex, review the report with your doctor, who can explain what the findings mean for your situation and whether additional testing is needed.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
An ovarian biopsy report provides direct information about the tissue itself, which can be more informative than imaging alone for certain concerns. It helps distinguish harmless findings from conditions requiring treatment and supports planning of appropriate follow-up. Results should always be interpreted by your clinician in the context of your symptoms, imaging, and overall health.
Short name
Ovary biopsy pathology
Frequently asked questions
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Does a biopsy mean I have cancer?
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