False positive

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A false positive is a test result which incorrectly shows a condition is present when in fact it is not.[1]

See also

References

  1. "false-positive test result - NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms". National Cancer Institute. February 2, 2011. Retrieved February 26, 2019.