Ophthalmic statistics note 5: diagnostic tests—sensitivity and specificity

Br J Ophthalmol. 2015 Sep;99(9):1168-70. doi: 10.1136/bjophthalmol-2014-306055. Epub 2014 Dec 8.

Abstract

This is the fifth statistics note produced by the Ophthalmic Statistics Group (OSG) which is designed to be a simple guide to ophthalmic researchers on a statistical issue with an applied ophthalmic example. The OSG is a collaborative group of statisticians who have come together with a desire to raise the statistical standards of ophthalmic researcher by increasing statistical awareness of common issues.

Keywords: Diagnostic tests/Investigation; Epidemiology.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Biomedical Research*
  • Data Interpretation, Statistical*
  • Humans
  • Ophthalmology / statistics & numerical data*
  • Sensitivity and Specificity