Ebola
Ebola ( 24 Questions)
Blood culture. While blood cultures can detect certain infections, they are not the primary diagnostic test for Ebola virus disease (EVD) EVD is typically confirmed through molecular methods.
Chest X-ray. A chest X-ray may show nonspecific findings but is not a specific diagnostic test for EVD.
Urinalysis. Urinalysis is not a primary diagnostic test for EVD. The virus is primarily detected through blood samples.
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) This is correct. ELISA is used to detect antibodies or antigens in the blood. It can be used to confirm the presence of Ebola virus antigens or antibodies, aiding in the diagnosis of EVD.
Choice A rationale:
Blood culture. While blood cultures can detect certain infections, they are not the primary diagnostic test for Ebola virus disease (EVD) EVD is typically confirmed through molecular methods.
Choice B rationale:
Chest X-ray. A chest X-ray may show nonspecific findings but is not a specific diagnostic test for EVD.
Choice C rationale:
Urinalysis. Urinalysis is not a primary diagnostic test for EVD. The virus is primarily detected through blood samples.
Choice D rationale:
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) This is correct. ELISA is used to detect antibodies or antigens in the blood. It can be used to confirm the presence of Ebola virus antigens or antibodies, aiding in the diagnosis of EVD.