fine needle aspiration

Fine needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB)

A fine needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) is a medical procedure that uses a thin needle and suction to remove a small amount of tissue or fluid from an abnormal area of the body. Doctors commonly perform this procedure on abnormal areas of tissue in the thyroid gland, salivary glands, pancreas, breast, lung, lymph nodes, and …
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Benign follicular nodule of the thyroid gland

A benign follicular nodule is a non-cancerous lump that forms in the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck. It produces hormones that help regulate your metabolism, energy levels, and many important body functions. The word “benign” means that the nodule is not cancerous and does …
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