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A member asked:
So how does the strep b test work? u insert swab into vagina and then swab back area. after swabbing back end, is the vag bacteria still on the swab?
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Yes: The bacteria obtained from the vaginal portion of the swabbing aren't wiped off with swabbing the rectal area.
Answered 4/20/2013
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