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The Serological Test for Syphilis is a blood test used to detect the presence of antibodies against the bacterium Treponema pallidum, which causes syphilis. This test is used as a screening tool to diagnose syphilis and to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.
LaboratorySequence-Tagged Sites (STS) is a term used in molecular biology and genetics to describe short DNA sequences that can be used as markers to identify and track specific regions of the genome.
STS markers are typically about 200 to 500 base pairs in length and are anchored to known genetic locations, making them useful for identifying and mapping specific regions of the genome. STS markers can be used in a variety of genetic studies, including genome mapping, DNA sequencing, and gene discovery.
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