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Lack of screening related to the results of the test itself, such as cost, time, anxiety, and discomfort as well as the potential risks of complications associated with invasive screening tests.


Dangers arising in connection with a false positive test results (false positives) and false negative (false negatives). Potential benefits of screening should exceed the potential risks due to hazards in asymptomatic individuals is not considered clearly.

False positive test (positive test results but is still doubtful / negative can be possible) can cause anxiety and require diagnostic evaluation, additional cost, potential risks and side effects.

Meanwhile, on a test with a false-negative result led to a false sense of security. Clinical signs and symptoms of cancer that subsequently can be mistaken as a negative screening test, it can cause delays in detection at a later date.


sorce : deherba.com

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