What Is Population Stratification

question 1

Multiple Choice

What is population stratification?

• A) Separation of a cohort into cases and controls
• B) Separation of a cohort by ethnicity
• C) A false positive association due to the presence of unrecognized subpopulations in a cohort
• D) The use of subsets of a cohort in both family-based and case-control association studies
• E) A false negative study due to heterogeneity in a cohort

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Definitions:

Business Units

Organizational segments within a company that focus on specific market sectors or types of products.

Autonomy

The capacity and right of individuals to make their own informed decisions regarding their lives and bodies, a fundamental ethical principle in healthcare.

Accountability

The obligation of individuals or organizations to be answerable for their actions, to ensure they meet established standards.

Unregulated Care Provider (UCP)

Individuals who provide health care or support services without formal regulation, often under the supervision of regulated health professionals.