An NHS doctor has explained why using tap water or fizzy drinks on a Covid lateral flow test can give you a positive result.
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Many of us are taking regular lateral flow tests to help reduce the spread of Covid, however, one doctor has raised concerns over our result interpretation.
By following the instructions on the leaflet, tests results are often clear either way.
A line next to the 'C' on the test simply means the test has worked, with the C standing for 'control', while a line next to the 'T' (test) indicates a positive Covid reading.
However, Dr Nathan Hudson-Peacock, who works in A&E, has issued some guidance for
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