Biopsy Forceps
DimensionsLength: 43 cm
Credit LineGift of the London Health Sciences Centre, London, Ontario, 2004
Object number2004.038.1300
Label TextBiopsy forceps are used to obtain samples of tissue, usually from the throat and esophagus, hence the need for long, angled prongs. The tissue samples can be used to determine if there are abnormal cells growing. In addition to taking samples, these can be used to remove objects lodged in the nose and ear cavity.
NameForceps
