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During a biopsy, tissues or cells are removed from the body so they can be tested in a laboratory. The pathology report from the laboratory will confirm whether or not cancer cells are present in the sample. A biopsy is the only way to get a definite diagnosis of vulvar cancer.

• Punch biopsy

Punch biopsy is the most common type of biopsy used to diagnose vulvar cancer.

• Surgical biopsy

Surgical biopsy (usually a wide excision biopsy) may be done to remove a lump or abnormal area.

• Fine needle aspiration (FNA)

Fine needle aspiration (FNA) may be done on an enlarged lymph node in the groin.