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I also do not like the hydrogel tip nor the friable fibers at the end, which may be left behind in the nasal membranes. I tell my patients that if they find themselves compelled to test for some reason, then spit on the swab instead. But much better to refuse to comply with such testing.

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From memory: A British dentist obtained three test sets (5 in each) directly from the NHS supplies, and had them lab tested. All the swabs (15) were contaminated.

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