The Complement Fixation Test Uses Red Blood Cells as the Target

question 14

Multiple Choice

The complement fixation test uses red blood cells as the target for complement activation. Test serum containing antibodies is combined with a known amount of antigen in a tube, and then the RBCs and antibodies against the RBCs are added. A positive result for the complement fixation test would be

• A) a line of precipitate near the bottom of the tube.
• B) a cloudy solution in the tube.
• C) loss of color in the tube.
• D) a fluorescent precipitate.
• E) a solution that is clear due to precipitation of RBCs.

Distinguish between deep-level and surface-level diversity and their impact on organizational behavior.

Understand the legal and ethical considerations regarding discrimination, prejudice, and sexual orientation in the workplace.

Define and differentiate between various types of stress and their effects on individuals and organizational performance.

Identify the characteristics and behaviors associated with different personality types and their implications for workplace interactions.

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Definitions:

Secondary Alcohol

An alcohol with the hydroxyl group attached to a carbon atom that is bonded to two other carbon atoms.

Tertiary Alcohol

Tertiary alcohol is a classification of alcohol in which the hydroxyl group (-OH) is connected to a carbon atom that is in turn connected to three other carbon atoms.

IUPAC Name

The systematic naming of chemical compounds as established by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry, ensuring consistent and universal nomenclature.

Rubbing Alcohol

A type of denatured alcohol used for disinfection and as a topical antiseptic.