Biopsic

/baɪˈɑpsɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or involving a biopsy; pertaining to the examination of living tissue samples.

Etymology

From 'biopsy' (bio- + Greek opsis, viewing) + '-ic' (adjective suffix). The adjective form allows medical professionals to describe procedures and findings related to tissue examination.

Kelly Says

A 'biopsic procedure' might sound fancy, but it's just a medical way of saying 'we're going to take a tiny sample of tissue to look at it under a microscope'—it's one of the most direct ways doctors solve medical mysteries.

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