A biopsy procedure involving the shaving or scraping of samples of friable lesions is a(n):
A) punch biopsy
B) needle aspiration
C) incisional biopsy
D) exfoliation

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Exfoliation involves the removal of the surface layers from an area of the skin or lesion, which can include shaving or scraping, especially useful for friable lesions that easily crumble or break apart.

A Biopsy Procedure Involving the Shaving or Scraping of Samples