discussion prior to biopsy attempt the second

Doctor:
{Insert lengthy explanation of procedure plus list of all the horrible ways it could go wrong here}

Me: Ok (as I sign)

Doctor: Any questions?

Me: Can I see the needle??

Doctor(incredulously): And, um, can I ask why you would want to see it?

Me: Because I am insanely curious about everything.

Doctor: (long pause while looking at me intently): yeah. I dont think that would be a good idea. its reeally long. and scary.