Adhesive bandage is applied to the puncture site. You may be asked to wait a short while until films are developed. After the test Immediate post-test care Recovering from a local anesthetic, your vital signs are checked and pain medication provided, if needed. Lie on your back for 12 hours after the test. The puncture site is checked for bleeding, swelling, soreness or urine leakage.
Pressure is applied if bleeding occurs.
Apply warm soaks if soreness or swelling develops. Activity after test Notify your doctor if you experience chills, fever or abdominal pain. Notify your doctor if you notice blood still present in your urine after urinating three times. You may be given antibiotics for several days following the test to prevent infection. Time before test results available Time before results are reported to the doctor or patient varies from a few minutes to a few days.