Advantages of nucleic acid over protein-based tools to detect pathogens include which of the following?
a. Nucleic acid probes are more specific than antibodies because they detect single nucleotide differences in DNA sequences.
b. Nucleic acids are more stable than proteins at high temperature and pH.
c. Nucleic acids are more resistant to organic solvents/chemicals than proteins.
d. Both a and b are correct.
Answer: D
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