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When we take a cervical swab sample ourselves for std test, do we have to take a sample around 2 inches deep or is it ok to go deep until the very back of the cervix area?

Q: when we take a cervical swab sample ourselves for std test, do we have to take a sample around 2 inches deep or is it ok to go deep until the very back of the cervix area?

: Usually ther is a mark on the swab-stick indicating the depth it has to go in. Pl follow that.

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Usually ther is a mark on the swab-stick indicating the depth it has to go in. Pl follow that.

Answered 9/29/2023

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A member asked:

When we take a cervical swab sample ourselves for std test, do we have to take a sample around 2 inches deep or is it ok to go deep until the very back of the cervix area?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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