
Cervical screening results | Cancer Research UK
You usually get your cervical screening results in the post. It can take from 2 to 6 weeks. Most people have a normal screening test result.
Tests for prostate cancer - Cancer Research UK
You have a number of tests to check for prostate cancer. These may include a digital rectal examination, a PSA blood test, scans and a biopsy.
Breast biopsy - Cancer Research UK
A biopsy means having a sample of breast tissue taken to look at under the microscope. There are different types of breast biopsy. The most common type is a needle biopsy.
Bone marrow test | Tests and scans | Cancer Research UK
Apr 8, 2025 · A bone marrow test to check whether there are cancer cells in your bone marrow. This is the spongy tissue and fluid inside your bones.
Biopsy for pancreatic cancer - Cancer Research UK
The most sure way of diagnosing pancreatic cancer is by taking a a sample of tissue (biopsy) and looking at it under a microscope. Find out about the different ways of taking biopsies to check …
Womb biopsy - Cancer Research UK
Mar 18, 2025 · A womb biopsy is when a sample of tissue is taken from the lining of the womb. This is also called an endometrial biopsy.
Diet and prostate cancer - Cancer Research UK
There isn’t any strong evidence that you should eat or avoid particular foods when you have prostate cancer. But you should try to have a healthy diet and stay within the government …
Transvaginal ultrasound scan - Cancer Research UK
Mar 17, 2025 · Transvaginal ultrasound scan An ultrasound scan is a procedure that uses high frequency sound waves to create a picture of a part of the inside of your body. The ultrasound …
Lymph node biopsy guided by ultrasound | Cancer Research UK
Apr 11, 2025 · Lymph node biopsy guided by ultrasound A lymph node biopsy is when a doctor checks and removes a small piece of tissue or sample of cells from one of your lymph nodes. …
PET scan and Cancer | What is a PET scan? | PET scan meaning
A PET scan is a test that creates 3 dimensional (3D) pictures of the inside of your body. PET stands for positron emission tomography.