Tell your doctor if you are allergic to iodine compounds, such as povidone-iodine, procaine, lidocaine or other local anesthetics. No changes necessary. No changes necessary. You will be uncomfortable for short periods when you assume the positions the doctor requests. Examination rooms are frequently uncomfortably cool when you disrobe for the examination.
Discomfort disappears when the test is finished.
Equipment used Alcohol sponges. Sterile gauze pads. Tubes for culture. Description of test You or a close relative will be required to sign a consent form after the procedure has been explained to you. The anesthetic is administered.