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If histopathology is desired for definitive diagnosis, which biopsy is appropriate?

  1. Excisional biopsy
  2. Incisional biopsy
  3. Exfoliative cytology
  4. Punch biopsy of the filiform papillae
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Correct answer: B. Incisional biopsy

If biopsy is warranted, an incisional biopsy to sample the elongated papillae is appropriate because the lesion is diffuse and too large for excisional removal. Exfoliative cytology only samples superficial cells and is inadequate for architectural diagnosis.

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