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The technique involving collection of tissues from a body part to check for the presence of cancerous cells is called .

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biopsy
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X-ray scan
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MRI
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CT scan
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The correct option is A biopsy
Biopsy is a medical test involving the extraction of sample cells or tissues for examination to determine the presence or extent of a disease. It is the most common way to identify cancer.

Depending upon the location of the tissue, procedures for a biopsy can vary. For example if a dermatologist suspects skin cancer in a patient, the affected area is usually accessible and it is relatively easy to take out a tissue sample from skin. But if a patient has a stomach tumour, the procedure to obtain a biopsy can be a bit more complex.

CT scan, MRI and X ray are all forms of imaging.

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