endometrial biopsy what tissue
An endometrial biopsy is a procedure to take a small tissue sample from the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium. Your healthcare provider can do an endometrial biopsy to take a small tissue sample from the lining of the uterus (endometrium) for study. The endometrial tissue is viewed under a microscope to look for abnormal cells. Your healthcare provider can also check the effects of hormones on the endometrium.