Why Are Antibody Detection Methods for Chlamydia Trachomatis Infection Severely

question 12

Multiple Choice

Why are antibody detection methods for Chlamydia trachomatis infection severely limited in the knowledge they provide the physician?

• A) Because C. trachomatis is an intracellular parasite, the body does not produce antibodies against it.
• B) Only IgE antibodies are produced against C. trachomatis.
• C) Many people have antibodies from previous infections, and local infections do not cause great increases in antibody levels.
• D) All of the above.

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