THANC GuideWhen a patient presents with a concern for thyroid, head, and neck cancer, their doctors will perform a variety of tests in order to determine a diagnosis. These tests could include imaging, such as an MRI or CT scan, a biopsy, or an endoscopy, among others. Each of these diagnostic techniques is described in further detail in the pages below.
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An endoscopy is a procedure that uses an endoscope to visualize and examine a particular part of the body. Learn more.
Imaging provides physicians with a visual representation of the attributes that define a suspicious growth. Learn more.
A biopsy is a procedure done by a doctor to further evaluate a suspicious lesion and determine if it is cancerous. Learn more.
A blood test is a medical diagnostic technique that can provide important insights into your health status and help to guide your treatment. Learn more.
Mutations in specific genes may predispose an individual to tumor formation and cancer. Genetic testing is available for certain types of cancer and can be used to confirm or rule out a diagnosis. Learn more.
