Tests to diagnose

Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and your medical history. They will examine you, and might arrange one or more tests.

Most people will have a biopsy to diagnose mouth or oropharyngeal cancer.

Biopsy for mouth cancer

A biopsy is when the specialist removes a sample of tissue.

This test is called a fine needle aspiration or needle biopsy.

You might have some blood tests to check your general health.

Coronavirus and cancer

We know it’s a worrying time for people with cancer, we have information to help.