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Which class of immunoglobulin is associated with the alpha heavychain?
Which class of immunoglobulin is associated with the alpha heavychain?
- IgA (correct)
- IgM
- IgE
- IgG
Why should care be taken to avoid hemolysis during specimen preparation for serological tests?
Why should care be taken to avoid hemolysis during specimen preparation for serological tests?
- Hemolysis helps in antigen recognition.
- Hemolysis enhances the activity of immunoglobulins.
- Hemolysis interferes with the interpretation of test results. (correct)
- Hemolysis can increase the temperature of the sample.
Which of the following temperature ranges is recommended for storing serum if testing cannot be performed immediately?
Which of the following temperature ranges is recommended for storing serum if testing cannot be performed immediately?
- -10oC
- -70oC
- 2-8oC (correct)
- -30oC
In which biological activities related to immune response does immunoglobulin play a role?
In which biological activities related to immune response does immunoglobulin play a role?
What is the purpose of heating serum at 56oC for 30 minutes during specimen preparation?
What is the purpose of heating serum at 56oC for 30 minutes during specimen preparation?
Which organization's regulations should be followed when transporting patient specimens to an immunology laboratory?
Which organization's regulations should be followed when transporting patient specimens to an immunology laboratory?
What is the function of C-Reactive Protein (CRP) and Antistreptolysin O (ASO) serology tests?
What is the function of C-Reactive Protein (CRP) and Antistreptolysin O (ASO) serology tests?
In which blood sample would you typically find A and B antigens in RBCs?
In which blood sample would you typically find A and B antigens in RBCs?
What does the Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) test detect?
What does the Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) test detect?
Which type of tube is used for collecting a sample to assess the presence of A antibodies and B antibodies in serum?
Which type of tube is used for collecting a sample to assess the presence of A antibodies and B antibodies in serum?
What is the purpose of Whole Blood and Serum/Plasma samples collected in the lab?
What is the purpose of Whole Blood and Serum/Plasma samples collected in the lab?
Why is a leak-proof container necessary for stool samples collected in the lab?
Why is a leak-proof container necessary for stool samples collected in the lab?
What is the main difference between antigens and immunogens?
What is the main difference between antigens and immunogens?
Which panel would be most appropriate to assess liver function in a patient?
Which panel would be most appropriate to assess liver function in a patient?
What is the main function of antibodies in the immune system?
What is the main function of antibodies in the immune system?
Which of the following factors can lead to specimen rejection during testing?
Which of the following factors can lead to specimen rejection during testing?
In serology, what is the primary focus when studying serum?
In serology, what is the primary focus when studying serum?
Which panel would be most useful in evaluating electrolyte levels in a patient?
Which panel would be most useful in evaluating electrolyte levels in a patient?
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