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Waiting Five Days for an STD Result? This Test Provides Clarity Within 30 Minutes
Every year, tens of thousands of Dutch people contract a sexually transmitted disease. However, results from a general practitioner can sometimes take up to five days, causing uncertainty. Researchers from Fontys University of Applied Sciences, together with partners, have developed a test that reduces this waiting time to 30 minutes. According to the article published on 2026-09-12, patients can now know their status while still in the waiting room, offering much faster clarity compared to traditional methods.
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