Areas We Serve: Thyroid & Breast Biopsy for Greater Houston

AR Diagnostics welcomes patients from Katy, Cypress, Spring, The Woodlands, Memorial, Richmond and the rest of Greater Houston for ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration (FNA) of thyroid nodules and breast lumps, and for ultrasound-guided core biopsy of the breast.

To book or ask a question, call 832-328-8157 or visit our contact page.

Your One-Stop Biopsy Clinic

Wherever you are coming from, everything is handled by our clinic: the ultrasound exam, the ultrasound-guided biopsy, a preliminary diagnosis, the final diagnostic interpretation, and arrangements for any testing needed after the biopsy. It is a one-stop service for all your biopsy needs, with one team to contact from start to finish. Your biopsy is performed by Dr. Ahsan Siddiqi, a board-certified pathologist, who also examines the cells under the microscope during your visit.

Biopsies We Perform

• Thyroid FNA biopsy: a very thin needle collects cells from a thyroid nodule under real-time ultrasound guidance. More on thyroid biopsy in Houston.
• Breast FNA biopsy: especially useful for cysts and small lumps. More on breast biopsy in Houston.
• Breast core biopsy: a slightly larger needle removes small tissue samples when more tissue is needed. More on ultrasound-guided core biopsy for the breast.

Each is done under local anesthesia and does not require stitches. Read how a fine needle aspiration biopsy works.

Your Visit, Step by Step

1. Exam: Dr. Siddiqi reviews your concern and examines the area.
2. Ultrasound: the nodule or lump is located and evaluated.
3. Biopsy: after numbing, ultrasound guides the needle, and usually two to three samples are taken.
4. Microscope review: the sample is checked while you are still at the clinic.
5. Preliminary results: discussed with you before you leave.

The procedure takes about 30 minutes, followed by about 15 minutes of observation, and most people go back to their usual day afterward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral?

Doctor orders may be required in certain circumstances. Please reach out to our clinic and we will evaluate your situation to determine the best approach for your biopsy needs.

Is the biopsy painful?

Local anesthesia is used to numb the area, and most patients report only mild discomfort.

When will I get my results?

Preliminary results are usually discussed before you leave. The final diagnosis is usually reported the same day or within 24 to 48 hours, and it can take longer if specialized testing is needed.

How do I book an appointment?

Call us at 832-328-8157 or use the appointment button on this page.