Women's Health & Pregnancy
About this service
An endometrial biopsy in Windhoek at Eastgate Clinic takes a small in-rooms sample of the uterine lining, most often used to investigate abnormal bleeding such as bleeding between periods, after menopause, or unusually heavy periods. This test helps your doctor understand what is happening inside the uterus when other examinations are not enough to explain your symptoms. The procedure involves passing a thin instrument through the cervix to collect a small tissue sample, and while it can cause some cramping, it is usually brief.
Your doctor will discuss why the biopsy is recommended and what the results may mean. Book a consultation if you have abnormal bleeding that needs investigation.
What to expect
- A consultation to discuss your symptoms and confirm the biopsy is needed
- A thin instrument is passed through the cervix to collect the sample
- Some cramping during and shortly after the procedure is common
- The sample is sent to a laboratory for analysis
- Your doctor discusses the results at a follow-up appointment
Who is it for?
You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:
- Bleeding between periods or after menopause
- Unusually heavy or prolonged periods
- A doctor's recommendation to investigate the uterine lining
- Abnormal bleeding not explained by other findings
- Follow-up after an abnormal scan or examination
Frequently asked questions
Why would my doctor recommend an endometrial biopsy?
It is most often used to investigate bleeding between periods, bleeding after menopause or unusually heavy periods. The tissue sample helps your doctor see what is happening in the lining of the uterus.
How painful is an endometrial biopsy?
Cramping like strong period pain is common while the sample is taken, and it usually eases within minutes. Taking a simple painkiller an hour beforehand can help, and your doctor will advise.
How long do endometrial biopsy results take?
The sample is examined by a laboratory, and your doctor will go through the report with you at a follow-up appointment. Contact us if you have not heard back within the time your doctor indicated.
Ready to book your endometrial biopsy?
Choose a date and time online and we will confirm your appointment at Eastgate Clinic in Windhoek. Medical aid and private patients welcome.