Which of the following is true of testing performed at POCT sites?

A. The quality of results is always lower than at the central lab.
B. The turnaround time for results is shortened.
C. The test menus are limited to glucose and cholesterol.
D. All of the above (a-c) is true.
E. None of the above (a-c) is true.


Answer: B

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