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Biopsy without incision on female genital organs: Imaging-guided biopsy without incision on gravid uterus: Cordocentesis [umbilical blood sampling]

During your pregnancy, blood was taken from the blood vessels in the umbilical cord.

During pregnancy the umbilical cord connects the child's blood circulation to the mother's. The child receives nutrients and oxygen via the blood vessels in the umbilical cord.

The blood sample was taken using a needle. The needle was inserted through your skin into your umbilical cord. At the same time, images were taken of the inside of your body. That way it is possible to see exactly where the needle is.

Additional indicator

If necessary, additional letters are appended to OPS codes to indicate which side of the body is affected.

  • L: Left
  • R: Right
  • B: Both sides

Further information

Note

Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.

Source

Provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).