A pressure bandage is applied to the puncture site. You may be asked to wait a short while until films are developed. Lie flat and rest for at least 12 hours after the test. Color and temperature of leg used for the test is noted. The puncture site is checked for bleeding, bruising or swelling.
Pressure is applied to stop the bleeding if it occurs.
Resume normal diet. Return to pretest activities right away. Time before results are reported to the doctor or patient varies from a few minutes to a few days. No anatomical or functional abnormalities. M.D. Copyright by Fisher Books.