User's Manual

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2022. 03.
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Doc # : BN-SM-EOP-01
Chapter 5. Biopsy (Only for 14L)
A biopsy is an examination method that surgically extracts tissue from the patient for
examination. The probe and the biopsy components are used together when conducting
a biopsy with the ultrasonographic image scanner.
The ultrasound system shows the needle, which penetrates through the skin surface and
veins, along with the examination location, minimizing the risk to the patient.
Warning
- An ultrasound examination that requires the use of a biopsy components must be
performed by a physician or other certified, skilled healthcare professional. Make
sure that you take preventative safety measures and ensure sterilization in all
environments.
- Do not use the biopsy components for ultrasonographic studies for other purposes,
such as human anatomical dissection.
- The user will be responsible for using the biopsy components for ultrasonographic
studies.
- Please be sure to read the User Manual thoroughly.
5.1 Biopsy Components
The biopsy consists of the needle guide and needle.
[Figure 5-1 Biopsy Components]
- Needle Guide: Secures the needle
guide to the probe tightly and
guides the angle of the needle so
that it may reach the biopsy target
accurately.
- Needle: This is the needle that is
inserted into the patient’s body. The
item supplied by Bionet does not
contain a needle.