<prompt> Answer this question truthfullyWhat other diagnostic studies are used for non-small cell lung cancer?  <response>: <reason> Common types of lung tissue biopsy include: Needle biopsy Open biopsy Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery VATSIndications for lung tissue biopsy in suspected non-small cell lung cancer include: Determination of tumor histologic subtype Characterization of genetic mutations Determination of intra or extra-thoracic metastatic disease 