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BIO 201 Objective Question

Question

What is the primary function of a reference standard in diagnostic studies?
Options
A Defines the true disease state for outcome comparison
Correct Answer
B Serves as the internal standard in mass spectrometry
C Normalizes sample volume differences
D Provides background baseline for fluorescence
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The reference standard (gold standard) establishes true positive/negative status.

Hint

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