Which option best defines sensitivity and specificity?

Which option best defines sensitivity and specificity?

• A. Sensitivity is the false positive rate; Specificity is the false negative rate
• B. Sensitivity is the true negative rate; Specificity is the true positive rate
• C. Sensitivity is the false negative rate; Specificity is the false positive rate
• D. Sensitivity is the true positive rate; Specificity is the true negative rate

Answer: (D)