Punch Biopsy
- Goggles
- Sterile gloves
- Chlorhexidine (or other approved skin cleanser)
- Sterile gauze
- Local anesthetic, syringe, needle (see chapter titled “Local Anesthetic” for full procedure)
- An appropriately sized punch biopsy tool
- 2mm size is only to be used where scarring is a concern, as the small amount of tissue may lead to misdiagnosis
- Scissors or scalpel (to cut specimen free from subcutaneous tissue)
- Laceration tray (needle holder, forceps, scissors, hemostat) and drapes.
- Suture material (see chapter titled “Suturing of Uncomplicated Lacerations” for full procedure)
- Topical antibiotic ointment
- Cotton-tipped applicator
- Absorbent dressing such as Mepore
- Labeled specimen container with formalin