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BIO 201 Objective Question

Question

In parallel diagnostic studies, what does 'loss to follow-up' cause?
Options
A Potential attrition bias and reduced statistical power
Correct Answer
B Automatic increase in assay specificity
C Elimination of non-specific binding
D Improved baseline group equivalence
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Participant dropouts reduce sample size and introduce attrition bias if non-random.

Hint

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