02-19-2008, 02:45 PM
Which of the following is the most important justification for population screening programs for a specific disease?
Early detection of the disease is achieved
The specificity of the screening test is high
The natural history of the disease is favorably altered by early detection
Effective treatment is available
The screening technology is available
Early detection of the disease is achieved
The specificity of the screening test is high
The natural history of the disease is favorably altered by early detection
Effective treatment is available
The screening technology is available