##  [Negative Predictive Value](/negative-predictive-value) 

  ##  [Negative Predictive Value](https://health.quantumdictionary.io/negative-predictive-value-0) 

  

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Definition

The probability that an individual does not have the specified condition given a negative test result; formally NPV = TN / (TN + FN). Like PPV, NPV depends on sensitivity, specificity and the prevalence (pre‑test probability) of the condition in the tested population.