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Cheek swabs are samples taken from the inside of a person's cheek, typically using a soft, sterile cotton swab. They are commonly used for DNA testing, as they can easily collect cells from the mucous membrane. Cheek swabs are non-invasive and provide a simple method for obtaining genetic material for various purposes, including paternity testing, ancestry research, and medical diagnostics.

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