Neural-tube defect screening, chlamydia culture, and hepatitis B serology are examples of laboratory tests often requested during prenatal care of expectant mothers. These tests are designed to:
A) screen for possible cancers.
B) increase the cost of medical care.
C) identify disorders that can be treated or prevented.
D) identify patients with compromised cardiac function.
Question 2
The susceptibility results obtained using broth dilution are
A) quantitative.
B) qualitative.
C) the highest concentration of an antimicrobial agent that inhibits growth.
D) obtained using a final inoculum equal to 1.5 108 CFU.
