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Selected Keyword: GEM

Sensitivity and Specificity

This RLO explains how diagnostic test accuracy is described by the terms sensitivity and specificity. Sensitivity describes the accuracy of the test in detecting disease. Specificity describes the accuracy of the test in detecting health.

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Release Date: 12 June 2018

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