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A 16-year-old male asked:
How long does alcohol and tobacco stay in the body for a blood and urine test?
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Dr. Aaron Loveanswered
Emergency Medicine 21 years experience
1 drink per hour 48h: Nicotine is 48 hours but plan for 72 to be safe
1 oz of alcohol or one drink takes an hour to clear the system.
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