Which One of the Following Is an Example of an Exclusion

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is an example of an exclusion criterion when establishing a healthy population-based reference interval?

• A) Use of oral contraceptives
• B) Sex
• C) Age
• D) Ethnicity

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Definitions:

Generalized Anxiety

A psychological disorder characterized by excessive, persistent, and unreasonable worry about everyday matters, often accompanied by physical symptoms.

Phobia

A phobia is an excessive and irrational fear response to a specific object, situation, or activity, often leading to avoidance behavior.

Obsessive-Compulsive

Pertaining to a psychological disorder characterized by unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and/or actions (compulsions).

Antisocial Personality

A disorder characterized by a long-term pattern of manipulating, exploiting, or violating the rights of others, without remorse.