Microbiology With Diseases By Taxonomy (6th Edition)
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780134832302
Author: Robert W. Bauman Ph.D.
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 17, Problem 6MC
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Serology refers to the analysis of blood for determining the presence of specific antibodies or particular antigens. For identification of the antibodies or antigens, scientists have developed various serological tests.
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Microbiology With Diseases By Taxonomy (6th Edition)
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