Bathroom ruling
Can pregnancy tests go down the drain?
Pregnancy tests does not become toilet paper merely because it fits in the bowl.
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Sink or drainNo
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Garbage disposalNo
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ToiletNo
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Septic systemNo
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Why the pipe objects
Test sticks contain plastic, absorbent material and sometimes small electronic components that remain intact in plumbing.
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Do this instead
Follow the package directions, protect private information if desired and place the test in the trash.
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Already did it?
Do not flush again to test your luck. If the bowl rises, drains slowly or gurgles, stop using the toilet and call a plumber before it overflows.