| Step 1: | Before you start testing, wash your hands or use hand sanitizer. Make sure your hands are dry before starting. |  |
| Step 2: | Your provider will provide you with a wrapped, sterile test swap. Remove the SWAB from its wrapper, being careful not to touch the SWAB head. |  |
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Step 3: |
Gently insert the SWAB ½ to ¾ of an inch into the nostril, depending on the size of your nose. Firmly rub the SWAB in a circular motion around the inside wall of EACH NOSTRIL at least 4 times. Be sure to rub BOTH nostrils with the SAME SWAB. NOTE: Failure to swab properly may cause false negative results. |
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