Which of the Following Best Describes the Effect of Nonspecific

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the effect of nonspecific binding on the detection limit of an immunoassay?

• A)Nonspecific binding will raise the detection limit by lowering the signal-to-noise ratio.
• B)Nonspecific binding will lower the detection limit by increasing the signal-to-noise ratio.
• C)Nonspecific binding will lower the detection limit by lowering the signal-to-noise ratio.
• D)Nonspecific binding will raise the detection limit by increasing the signal-to-noise ratio.

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Definitions:

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Cournot Equilibrium Price

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