Two biopsy techniques used for bone cancer detection include:
Needle biopsy: For this type of biopsy, your doctor will numb the area with a local anesthetic before inserting a needle into the suspected site to get a sample of cells. In some cases, a CT scan may be used to help guide the needle.
Surgical biopsy: This type of biopsy is generally performed under general anesthesia by a surgeon, who will remove a sample of the tissue (incisional biopsy) or the whole tumor (excisional biopsy).
