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If i stay way from smoking tobacco for 72 hours will i be ok to take a tobacco test?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Probably not: Probably not, would require several weeks.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/27/2013

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Nicotine may remain: In your system for 3-4 days and longer for passive smokers - 15-20 days. Best of luck!

Dr Rocamboli agreed

Answered 5/29/2013

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