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What Is a Parameter Query and How Is It Used

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What is a parameter query and how is it used?


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Positive Predictive Value

The probability that individuals with a positive test result actually have the disease.

Specificity

The ability of a test to correctly identify those without the disease or condition being tested for.

Positive Predictive Value

The probability that subjects with a positive screening test truly have the disease.

Prevalence

The total number of cases of a disease that exist in a particular population at a specific time.

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