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How long does castor oil stay in the bodys system and an unborn 8 week fetus and will it show in any blood work if tested?

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Dr. Scott Shapiro answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

4-18 hours: Castor oil has a wide range of how fast it goes through you, anywhere from 4 hours to 18 hours depending on your digestive system and what else you eat. A liquid diet will make it go faster. It will not show up in your bloodwork.

Answered 11/14/2020

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