Biopsy results

Hi,

my breast biopsies have taken two weeks and today I was told they have been sent to London as they don’t know what I have is this meaning they don’t know if it’s cancer or just what type ?

  • Hello and thanks for posting.

    It is not unusual for biopsies to be reviewed by up to three pathologists, in order to reach a definite clinical diagnosis. This is done to ensure quality assurance standards in the NHS, between different pathology processing laboratories. 

    I don't think you can make any firm assumptions about what the results might be just now, or why the testing is continuing. 

    I appreciate it is difficult waiting, and hope that you do get to find out more soon.

    Best wishes,

    Vanda