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What Does Red Light In A Mouth Swab Tester After Applying Saliva On It Indicate?
Question: I just did I mouth swab drug test and the applicator started to get red on it once put into the liquid. Is that bad and what does it mean.
Brief Answer:
It is a good sign and means enough saliva was put on the strip!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
This actually means that enough saliva has been put on the collection sponge to allow for appropriate testing. It is not a bad sign and you should be okay with this.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.
It is a good sign and means enough saliva was put on the strip!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
This actually means that enough saliva has been put on the collection sponge to allow for appropriate testing. It is not a bad sign and you should be okay with this.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.
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