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DAT detects antibodies attached to RBCs in vivo.

Plasma is the most common specimen used for routine serologic testing.

Which laboratory finding commonly accompanies infectious mononucleosis?

Direct immunofluorescence uses a labeled antibody that binds directly to antigen.

Which disease is evaluated using ASO titers?

ASO testing is useful in evaluation of rheumatic fever.

In indirect immunofluorescence, the labeled reagent is a:

Rheumatoid factor is highly specific for rheumatoid arthritis.

While in Las Vegas, Sausaun stops at a roulette table and places a $5 bet on black. After it comes back red, Sausaun bets $10 on black, looking to recoup his losses. During a string of 8 reds and one double-green, Sausaun continues to raise his bet, counting on a black hit to return his money. Soon, Sausaun is betting hundreds of dollars per spin of the wheel. Sausaun’s gambling behavior is an example of:    

A fourth-generation HIV screening assay produces a reactive result. According to the HIV testing algorithm, what should be performed next?