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What to Expect: Rectal swab collection

By Dr. Ethan Arora, MD · · Gastroenterology

Our Gastroenterology team put together this overview of rectal swab collection for patients and families.

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Topic: rectal swab collection. Collection biological material from within the rectum with a cotton swab for use in clinical tests.

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