
The rapid antigen detection methods for throat swabs used for screening patients for streptococcal pharyngitis
A) can be useful in quickly identifying most cases of streptococcal pharyngitis.
B) is a quick way to rule out streptococcal pharyngitis and avoid giving antibiotics when not needed.
C) are always very sensitive and specific for streptococcal pharyngitis.
D) are a quick and accurate way to diagnose bacterial and viral pharyngitis.
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