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If you have a lump in your breast or a suspicious area on your mammogram or ultrasound, your health care provider may recommend a breast biopsy. Having a biopsy doesn't necessarily mean you have cancer. View this video to learn about the types of biopsies available and what to expect during the procedure.

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Biopsy

This video will explain the various types of biopsies and how they're used in cancer treatment.

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Laboratory Testing

This video will explain the various types of lab tests and how they're used in cancer treatment.

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Imaging Tests

Watch this video to learn the different types of imaging tests and how they're used in cancer care.

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Breast Cancer Screening

The goal of breast cancer screening is to detect cancer at the earliest possible stage, when it is most treatable. Watch this video to learn the three types of breast screening—a breast self-exam, a clinical exam by your doctor, and a mammogram.

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Melanoma Screening

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the US. Melanoma is the least common, but the most deadly of the three skin cancer types. In this video, you'll learn who's at risk for melanoma, what to look for to help detect this cancer, and what you can do to prevent it.

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