A procedure that uses a circular metal cutter to remove a plug-shaped core of skin is called a/an ________ biopsy

A) excisional
B) incisional
C) shave
D) punch


D
Explanation: A) An excisional biopsy removes skin, but not as a plug-shaped core.
B) An incisional biopsy removes some skin, but not as a plug-shaped core.
C) A shave biopsy does not remove a plug-shaped core.
D) Correct!

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