#1
What is the primary purpose of diagnostic testing in healthcare?
To treat medical conditions
To prevent diseases
To identify and diagnose medical conditions
To conduct research on healthcare trends
#2
Which factor is assessed through the Apgar score in neonatal care?
Respiratory function
Cardiac function
Neurological function
Overall well-being
#3
Which factor is assessed through the Glasgow Coma Scale in neurological evaluation?
Motor function
Consciousness and awareness
Sensory function
Cardiovascular function
#4
Which imaging technique is commonly used for evaluating bone fractures?
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
X-ray
Ultrasound
CT scan
#5
What is the primary purpose of a genetic counseling session?
To prescribe medication
To discuss family medical history
To perform surgery
To interpret diagnostic test results
#6
Which of the following is an example of a non-invasive diagnostic test?
X-ray
Blood test
Biopsy
CT scan
#7
What is the purpose of PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) in diagnostic testing?
To detect the presence of antibodies
To amplify and analyze DNA
To measure blood pressure
To assess lung function
#8
What is the purpose of a control group in diagnostic testing studies?
To receive the experimental treatment
To provide a baseline for comparison
To collect demographic data
To analyze long-term effects
#9
Which diagnostic test is commonly used for screening for cervical cancer?
Mammography
Pap smear
Colonoscopy
PSA test
#10
What is the purpose of a TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) blood test?
To measure blood glucose levels
To assess liver function
To evaluate thyroid function
To analyze kidney function
#11
Which imaging technique is commonly used for visualizing soft tissues in the body?
X-ray
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
Ultrasound
CT scan
#12
In the context of diagnostic testing, what does the term 'sensitivity' refer to?
The ability to identify true negative results
The ability to identify true positive results
The speed of obtaining test results
The precision of measurement
#13
What is the primary advantage of point-of-care testing in healthcare?
Lower cost
Faster results
Higher sensitivity
Increased automation
#14
In genetic testing, what does the term 'homozygous' indicate?
Having two different alleles for a gene
Having two identical alleles for a gene
Having no alleles for a gene
Having only one allele for a gene
#15
Which diagnostic imaging technique uses radioactive tracers to visualize internal structures of the body?
CT scan
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
Nuclear medicine scan
Ultrasound