The specific test for Treponema pallidum is___________?
Correct answer: C. TPHA
- A. VDRL
- B. Kahn's test
- C. TPHA
- D. Widal test
Explanation
TPHA detects antibodies specifically directed against Treponema pallidum and is therefore a treponemal test. VDRL and Kahn tests are less specific non-treponemal tests, while Widal is used for enteric fever.
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