Term: breast biopsy marker

Pronunciation: (brest BY-op-see MAR-ker)

Description:

A tiny, metal object that is placed into the breast during a biopsy to mark the area where the biopsy was done. The clip or marker is left inside the breast so it can be seen on a mammogram or other imaging test performed in the future. The clip does not cause any pain or harm the body. Also called breast biopsy clip.