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    Glossary Sensitivity

    ability to detect or respond to specific stimuli

    Sensitivity, in the context of biology and medicine, refers to the ability of an organism or a specific part of the body to respond to stimuli. For example, skin sensitivity can indicate how the skin reacts to touch, temperature, or allergens. In diagnostic testing, sensitivity measures how effectively a test identifies true positives, meaning it correctly detects individuals who have a particular condition.

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