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BIO 201 Objective Question

Question

Contrastingly, what is the primary benefit of applying a 'serial testing strategy' (where a second test is performed only if the first is positive)?
Options
A Increases overall diagnostic specificity
Correct Answer
B Increases overall diagnostic sensitivity
C Reduces the reference standard turnaround time
D Eliminates the risk of work-up bias
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Serial testing requires positive results on consecutive tests to confirm disease, reducing false positives and thereby boosting overall specificity.

Hint

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