Skin Biopsy

Techniques and indications for skin biopsy.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
DermatologyPathology

Clinical Guidelines

EFNS guidelines on the use of skin biopsy in the diagnosis of peripheral neuropathies
National
CAP Cancer Protocol Templates: Invasive Melanoma of the Skin: Biopsy
Local
Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
Local
Clinical practice guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer (Chinese Society of Clinical Oncology)
Local
Consensus statement on standards and guidelines for the molecular diagnostics of Alport syndrome
Local
Diagnosis and management of vulvar skin disorders: ACOG practice bulletin summary, number 224
Local
European Federation of Neurological Societies/Peripheral Nerve Society guideline on the use of skin biopsy in the diagnosis of small fiber neuropathy
Local
Guidelines of care for the management of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma
Local
Guidelines of care for the management of primary cutaneous melanoma
Local
International expert consensus recommendations for the diagnosis of Langerhans cell histiocytosis
Local
Management of toxicities from immunotherapy: ESMO Clinical Practice Guideline
Local
Practice Bulletin No. 164: Diagnosis and Management of Benign Breast Lesions
Local
Practice Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
Local
Screening, diagnosis and management of diabetic sensorimotor polyneuropathy in clinical practice: International expert consensus recommendations
Local
Technical Instructions for Civil Surgeons: Hansen's Disease
Local