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are 2nd generation tests still in use or is it mostly 3rd and 4th generation?
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2nd or 3rd, doesn't matter same conclusive time frame.
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well i think it realy depends on the country you are in, someone with more knowledge then me told me the use of 2nd generation tests went out in 2010 where I am from but Im not sure if its the same everywhere
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Hey, I'm in the same boat and have asked this a million times. Only 2nd generation are rapid test to my knowledge. But expert can correct me.
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Thanks for the answer i just freaked out a bit thinking i had had a 2nd generation test, but I found out they only use 3rd and 4th generation :)
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As far as i know... most part of the world use the 3rd and the 4th generation.. may i know where are you now? =)
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