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I have to do a saliva test and urine sample to see if i have stopped smoking how long would i need to stop for so it can't be detected?

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Dr. J. Blake Perkins answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Depends: Nicotine can stay in your system from as little as 3-4 days, up to 3 weeks. It also depends on what you are smoking...If it is marijuana, thats a different story...

Dr Tavenner, jr. agreed

Answered 11/10/2014

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A few weeks: Depending on what you are smoking...Wait at least 4-6 weeks to be safe. But honestly...Urine and saliva tests are the say ones to pass. The deal breaker could be a hair analysis. That is getting to be more common and more reliable about a person's past.

Dr Pappas and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 4/19/2014

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