What Does BX Stand For?
BX stands for Biopsy
BX, short for Biopsy, refers to a medical procedure involving the extraction of tissue or cells from a living organism for diagnostic examination. It is primarily used to identify the presence of disease, such as cancer, by analyzing the removed sample under a microscope. Biopsies can be performed using various techniques, including needle aspiration, excisional, or incisional approaches, depending on the location and type of tissue being examined.
Added on 27th September 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym