A Plaque Reduction Neutralization Assay Is Performed with a Patient

question 13

True/False

A plaque reduction neutralization assay is performed with a patient serum. The presence of abundant plaques on the plate indicates that the patient is currently infected with the virus in question.

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Definitions:

Program Evaluation

A process of systematically collecting data about the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of programs to inform decisions and improve program performance.

Structured Observations

Observational research methods in which the procedures for observing and recording are clearly defined in advance.

Participant Observations

A qualitative research method in which the researcher immerses themselves in the environment of their subjects while observing their behavior and interactions.

Program Evaluators

Professionals who systematically assess the design, implementation, and outcomes of programs to determine their effectiveness and improve future outcomes.