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When are you most likely to develop a cold after catching the virus? same day? next day? later?
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Cold: Viruses usually become clinically active within 24 to 72 hours. Good Luck
Answered 12/16/2018
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COVID 19?: The incubation period is usually 2 to 14 days (but can be as quick as one day). The median time if 5 days. You have more chance of having an accurate test result if you have symptoms or you wait at least a few days after COVID 19 contact.
Answered 7/26/2020
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