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Can you test negative for strep on a rapid test but still actually have strep?

Q: can you test negative for strep on a rapid test but still actually have strep?

: Yes, and that is why the protocol is set up to provide a second study over a longer period of time.

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Yes, and that is why the protocol is set up to provide a second study over a longer period of time.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/7/2023

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Unusual but possible. Improper swabbing without actual touching tonsils and pharyngeal wall may result in false negative test.

Answered 2/27/2023

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A member asked:

Can you test negative for strep on a rapid test but still actually have strep?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Dr. Jay Park answered

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