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Risk from snorting

Hello all, curious if I should get tested from snorting a line of cocaine last week (first time in 10 years). Only did one line from someone’s dollar bill (I did take a look at it and didn’t notice any blood or fluid, although I know it can be microscopic).  Should I get tested and what is the relative risk? Thanks all!
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You've Snorted a Drug, Even Just Once
Hepatitis C is most commonly caused by injection drug use; all it takes is exposure to the virus through a needle or syringe used just once, and even if it was years ago, says the CDC. But sharing other drug paraphernalia can also transmit the virus.

https://www.everydayhealth.com/hs/hepatitis-c-guide/surprising-hcv-risk-factors/
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Wait at least 12 weeks post exposure. Snorting drugs is a known although low risk per the CDC
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