Urology | Counties Manukau | Te Whatu Ora

In this procedure, the radiologist/urologist passes an ultrasound probe into the rectum and then takes approximately 12 biopsies or tissue samples under ultrasound guidance.

 

It is important that you read your appointment letter carefully as there are instructions with it. There is an antibiotic prophylaxis that you need to get, and a laboratory form for a rectal swab and urine test.