Introduction to Epidemiology 6th Edition by Ray M Merrill

Exercise 15

What is the specificity for the asymptomatic students, faculty, and staff using the rectal swab test?

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Asymptomatic diseases are those diseases, which do not show any symptoms at all. In this case, the person who is infected does not develop any signs or symptoms that can be noticed. Some asymptomatic diseases are cytomegalovirus, multiple sclerosis, and HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus).