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Originally Posted by Fish
FYI... here's what they do for the swab test. Tickle your brain...
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From CDC
Nasopharyngeal swab: Insert flexible wire shaft minitip swab through the nares parallel to the palate (not upwards) until resistance is encountered or the distance is equivalent to that from the ear to the nostril of the patient, indicating contact with the nasopharynx. Swab should reach depth equal to distance from nostrils to outer opening of the ear. Gently rub and roll the swab. Leave swab in place for several seconds to absorb secretions. Slowly remove swab while rotating it.
This is required for asymptomatic people, but there are other ways to test if you are symptomatic that are much more humane.