Concerning the Two Immunofluorescence Methods of Diagnosing Viral Infection, Which

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Multiple Choice

Concerning the two immunofluorescence methods of diagnosing viral infection, which statement is correct?

• A)Direct immunofluorescence is generally more rapid and specific than indirect immunofluorescence.
• B)Indirect immunofluorescence is best suited to situations in which large quantities of virus are suspected.
• C)Signal amplification of the direct test decreases specificity by increasing nonspecific background fluorescence.
• D)High-quality monoclonal antibodies improve the sensitivity and specificity of the direct test.
• E)All of the above are correct.

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True average age

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Defective parts

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Sample size

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Confidence interval

A set of values obtained from sample data which probably encompasses the value of an unspecified population parameter.