The ELISA Technique Used to Detect the Presence of HIV

question 77

Multiple Choice

The ELISA technique used to detect the presence of HIV antibodies

• A)has a high rate of false negatives.
• B)has a low rate of false negatives.
• C)has a low rate of false positives.
• D)is more accurate in detecting the virus itself.

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