Immunoassays and PCR Flashcards
1
Q
is the presence of antibody diagnostic for disease?
A
not necessarily
2
Q
what is the amnestic response?
A
second exposure results in rapid production of IgG
3
Q
what does a higher titer in CSF than in serum indicate?
A
intrathecal antibody synthesis
4
Q
does PCR confirm presence of organism or just exposure?
A
presence of organism
