DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
FNA Thyroid Aspiration
Specialized Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) examination of the thyroid gland, performed to obtain material from the thyroid nodule for histological examination.
This method is the most reliable method for detecting possible thyroid neoplasia (thyroid cancer).
This puncture is performed under ultrasound guidance, while as a method it is painless and causes minimal injury to the patient, while there are no complications due to the puncture (e.g. swelling, inflammation, etc.).
At our clinic, we may also take a biopsy (the cost is additional to the original testing).
Test Cost: 130€ (1 node) + 20€ / node
Contract with National (EOPYY, EYDAP, EDOEAP) and Private Insurances.
Frequent Asked Questions
Generally, no special preparation is required. Only if you are taking anticoagulant treatment, should you inform us so that we can recommend when you should discontinue it.
The days required to discontinue anticoagulant treatment depend on the medication you have been prescribed and always under the guidance of your treating physician.
- measuring various hormones such as thyroglobulin, parathyroid hormone, etc.
- genetic testing for any mutations, in case the presence of cancer is confirmed.
The test is safe. Some patients may experience mild pain in the region for a few hours after the puncture.
This pain can be treated with mild analgesics or simply placing an ice pack on the area.
Access to IATROKOSMOS is easy as it is located in a central location in Athens.
Specifically, we are located in one of the most central points in the AMBELOKIPI - Gyzi area:
- 20 metres from IKA ALEXANDRAS
- opposite the PANATHINAIKOS Stadium "Apostolos Nikolaidis"
- 100m from "Agios Savvas" Anticancer Hospital
- 650metres from METRO STATION AMPELOKIPOI
- 50metres from ATHENS COURTS
In order to take your exams and receive your results, payment is required.
Tests payment may be performed:
- on cash
- by card (credit card apart from American Express or debit card)
- through IRIS payment system
In case of using a discount through the use of specific contracted cards such as EY CLUB, etc., it is necessary to present them along with patient's/contractor's ID.
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