A Problem Associated with the Alphafetoprotein (AFP) Assay Is

question 76

Multiple Choice

A problem associated with the alphafetoprotein (AFP) assay is

• A) a high rate of false positive results.
• B) a high rate of false negative results.
• C) the inability to detect risk for Down syndrome.
• D) harm to the developing fetus.

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Regions or zones that are at high risk of experiencing floods due to geographical features, weather patterns, or nearby water bodies.

Earthquake

Sudden movement of the earth caused by the abrupt release of energy.

Volcano

A vent in the surface of Earth through which magma and associated gases and ash erupt; also the form or structure, usually conical, that is produced by material erupted from the vent.

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