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I stored a urine sample in my table desk drawer (not fridge) for two days before mailing it to the clinic for std testing. results came back clear. does it being stored for 2 days and not being refrigerated affect the results or can i still rely?

Q: i stored a urine sample in my table desk drawer (not fridge) for two days before mailing it to the clinic for std testing. results came back clear. does it being stored for 2 days and not being refrigerated affect the results or can i still rely?

: Repeat question, see previous reply. The negative result still is reliable.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Repeat question, see previous reply. The negative result still is reliable.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 6/24/2022

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A member asked:

I stored a urine sample in my table desk drawer (not fridge) for two days before mailing it to the clinic for std testing. results came back clear. does it being stored for 2 days and not being refrigerated affect the results or can i still rely?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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