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Rapid Test Timing?

Hi All,

I just had a Rapid test done at a local free clinic; the results were negative.  I looked the brand up online, and it is a Clearview test, the instructions of which indicate that the tester should wait 15 to 20 minutes for results.  The tester didn't set a timer, but I am guessing we waited maybe 5 minutes for results while he asked me fill out various forms and asked questions.

Are these results be reliable?  Have testing rules changed?
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It has to be read after 15 minutes.
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Sorry to be unclear; I just meant to ask if there is some common knowledge about the Clearview Test being read in 5 minutes with accuracy?  If no one here is sure, I can of course contact the testing facility, but I was hoping to get some different point of views as well.

Thanks.
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You need to ask the tester if you are concerned. We weren't there.
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I should probably clarify my question.  I am concerned that the tester didn't wait long enough for the results (5 minutes, as opposed to 15).

Thanks.
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