A liver biopsy is a procedure used to diagnose and assess the progression of PBC. A small tissue sample is taken from the liver using a thin needle and examined under a microscope. It helps identify inflammation, fibrosis (scarring), and damage in the bile ducts. While not always required for diagnosis, it is useful when Show Full Answer

A liver biopsy is a procedure used to diagnose and assess the progression of PBC. A small tissue sample is taken from the liver using a thin needle and examined under a microscope. It helps identify inflammation, fibrosis (scarring), and damage in the bile ducts. While not always required for diagnosis, it is useful when blood tests or imaging results are unclear. For more details, visit: [Liver Biopsy](https://www.myPBCteam.com/resources/getting-to-...).

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