Biopsy guides like the Alpinion EN3-10 Biopsy Needle Guide (XEM-027) are replaced rather than repaired – the bracket geometry and needle channel must stay within tolerance, and a worn or damaged guide should come out of service. Use this page to confirm fit before ordering a replacement.
| Catalogue name | Alpinion EN3-10 Biopsy Needle Guide (XEM-027) |
|---|---|
| Supplier | Alpinion |
Why biopsy guides are replaced rather than repaired
A biopsy guide constrains the needle path relative to the imaging plane. Cracks, deformation or channel wear shift that path, so a damaged guide is a safety issue rather than a repair candidate. Replacement restores the original geometry; repair cannot be verified to.
When to replace the guide
- Visible cracks anywhere on the bracket or needle channel
- The guide no longer clicks or locks firmly onto the probe
- A worn or scored channel that no longer tracks the needle cleanly
- Warping or distortion after reprocessing
- Brittle, discolored material that flexes differently than new
Confirm fit before ordering a replacement
- Send a clear photograph of the complete probe manufacturer and model label.
- Photograph the current guide or bracket, including the attachment point on the probe.
- Quote the reference number printed on the guide or bracket, if legible.
- Specify the needle gauge range and whether you need a reusable or disposable configuration.
- Confirm sterilization or disinfection requirements in the request.
Similar probe names do not prove that two brackets are interchangeable – the attachment geometry and channel spec decide fit, so compatibility is confirmed against your exact probe label.
Ordering a replacement guide with a probe repair
Ordering a replacement guide alongside a probe repair? Include both in one request with the probe label photo – compatibility for the guide and repairability for the probe get confirmed in a single assessment.
The illustration is representative and is not a photograph of this exact guide. This record does not claim OEM authorization or universal fit. Compatibility, included components, availability and commercial terms are confirmed in writing for the exact probe and guide reference.
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