Problem 22.8 Suppose you develop a screening method for cystic fibrosis that all

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Problem 22.8 Suppose you develop a screening method for cystic fibrosis that allows you to identify the predominant mutation A508 and the next six most prevalent mutations Part A What must you consider before using this method to screen a population for this disorder? Select the two correct answers. V the cost-effectiveness of the screening of a population for CF mutations V the possibility of false negative results in persons who have chromosome number abberations the possibility of false negative results in persons who carry CF mutations that remain to be identified the possibility of false positive results in persons who have unknown mutations Submit My Answers Give Up incorrect; Try Again; 5 attempts remaining Provide Feedback Continue

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The possibility of false negative results in persons who carry CF mutation that remain to be identified.

The possibility of false positive test in persons who have unknown mutation.

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