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The determination of the potency of a physical, chemical or biological agent, by means of a biological indicator
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Q. The determination of the potency of a physical, chemical or biological agent, by means of a biological indicator
Ans → Biological Assay
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This question is taken from the test/quiz post: Pharmacology Chapter 1 Revision: Key One-Liner Questions for Pharmacist Exams - attemp/practice
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Ans → Agonist
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Ans → Partial Agonist
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Ans → Full Agonist
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Ans → Inverse Agonist
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Ans → Amplification
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Ans → Analgesic
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Ans → Antagonism
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Q. The determination of the potency of a physical, chemical or biological agent, by means of a biological indicator
Ans → Biological Assay
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Q. The percent of dose entering the systemic circulation after administration of a given dosage form.
Ans → Bioavailability
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Ans → Biotransformation
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Ans → Biotranslocation
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