b.Core biopsy

A larger prickle is used to extract a core of tissue from the abnormal region or breast lump. It is usually performed under a limited anaesthesia, so the breast is unaffected, and the patient may feel no pain or discomfort depending on when the anaesthetic is administered. For the length of the core biopsy, an MRI, ultrasound, or mammography may be utilised to guide the procedure.

c.Vacuum-assisted stereotactic core biopsy

Different small tissue samples are obtained through a single tiny incision in the skin using a prickle and a suction-type device in this core biopsy. It is done with the use of a local anaesthetic. To guide the prickle into place, an MRI, ultrasound, or mammography may be used. During the procedure, the patient may feel a bit uneasy.
