Confirmation is used after
A) careful consideration by the doctor to do the test.
B) a test that has a low predictive value.
C) a test that has a low specificity.
D) obtaining a positive screening result.

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Confirmation is used to verify a positive screening result to rule out false positives. Thus, the best choice is D, which states "obtaining a positive screening result." The other options are potential reasons why a confirmation may be necessary, but do not necessarily warrant confirmation on their own.

Confirmation Is Used After