Credits

1 (0/1/0)

Description

This is an introductory course for Medical Laboratory Technology students covering the techniques, interpretation and correlation of results in urinalysis, hematology, chemistry, immunology, microbiology and immunohematology. Other topics included in the course are instrumentation, preparation of reagents, quality assurance and quality control, specimen collection, transportation, analysis and result reporting.

Prerequisites

ENGL1101

Corequisites

MLT1116

Competencies

Compare and contrast laboratory theories.
Compare and contrast pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical variables associated with laboratory tests.
Perform urinalysis, hematology, chemistry, immunology, microbiology and immunohematology laboratory tests.
Perform quality assurance and quality control tests.
Interpret normal and abnormal test results.
Demonstrate laboratory safety and use of Standard Precautions.
Display interpersonal relationship skills with regard to courtesy and cooperating with fellow students and instructors.

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