Should I dispose of the Cartridge after the test is completed?

Should I dispose of the Cartridge after the test is completed?

  1. After the test is completed, the Cartridge, along with other disposables such as gloves and the swab used to obtain a patient specimen, should be disposed in a biohazard container. 

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