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Diagnostic Sensitivity

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Diagnostic Sensitivity Definition

The probability that a test will produce a true postive result when used on effected subjects as compared to a reference or "gold standard". The sensitivity of a test can be determined by calculating: number of true positive results divided by the sum of true positive results plus number of false negative results.

Diagnostic Sensitivity Synonyms

Diagnostic Sensitivity, Sensitivity, Sensitivity of Diagnostic Test

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