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How long are you asleep for a colonoscopy?

I am a 50 year old male. I want to know how long are you asleep for a colonoscopy?

2 Answers

Average twenty minutes
Most colonoscopies will last 10-15 minutes. Depending on what medication you are given for sedation, you will wake up 5-20 minutes after the test is done.