Endoscopic Gastric Biopsy

An endoscopic gastric biopsy is a procedure where a doctor uses a thin, flexible tube with a camera and tools called an endoscope to examine the stomach. During the procedure, the doctor can collect small tissue samples from the stomach lining. These samples are then sent to a laboratory for analysis to check for conditions like infections, inflammation, or abnormal cells, including cancer. The process helps diagnose stomach problems accurately and is usually done under sedation, making it a safe and effective way to investigate stomach-related symptoms.