A puncture biopsy is a diagnostic procedure that involves the removal of a small piece of tissue from a specific body part using a needle. There are different types of puncture biopsies that can be performed depending on the body part being examined and the specific condition being diagnosed. Some synonyms for puncture biopsy include needle biopsy, fine needle aspiration, and core needle biopsy. Each of these terms refers to a similar procedure used to diagnose different medical conditions. Needle biopsy may be used to diagnose cancer, while fine needle aspiration may be used to diagnose conditions such as thyroid nodules or cysts. Core needle biopsy may be used to diagnose breast cancer or bone tumors.