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What happen if you go to the restroom before an std test ?do you really have to wait an hour before taking the test and does drinking a lot water alte
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Here are some ...: Obtaining "adequate" specimen is essential for any tests. Not urinating for 1-2 hours if possible will help the bacteria to grow, act, and build up enough "pus - discharge" & bacteria number for clinical inspection and specimen testing. So, follow instructions for a higher yield of testing...
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