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What are some of the tests for common cold?

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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

The tests for Common cold include:: Xray of chest, Rapid flu test, Group A strep rapid test.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/20/2020

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