Prostate saturation biopsy

Prostate saturation biopsy typically entails 40-80 core samples taken from the prostate under general anesthesia.[1] This technique is used on certain high risk patients, typically with elevated prostate specific antigen levels, abnormal findings on previous biopsies, or abnormal rectal exams.[2]

References

  1. ↑ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services: Summary of Fee Schedule Policies, 2009
  2. ↑ Pathology Service Associates: New HCPCS: Prostate Saturation Biopsies, 2012
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