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This course involves the study of immunology, the theory of genetics, blood donations, and red cell blood group systems as they apply to the testing of blood for transfusion purposes. The detection, treatment and prevention of Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn is also covered. Laboratory exercises provide practical experience and complement the theory.

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Lab

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This course involves the study of immunology, the theory of genetics, blood donations, and red cell blood group systems as they apply to the testing of blood for transfusion purposes. The detection, treatment and prevention of Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn is also covered. Laboratory exercises provide practical experience and complement the theory.

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Lab theory of genetics, blood donations, and red cell blood group systems as they apply to the testing of blood for transfusion purposes. The detection, treatment and prevention of Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn is also covered. Laboratory exercises provide practical experience and complement the theory.

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Major topics covered are blood collection, safe work practices, and professionalism. Students will practice the collection, handling, transportation and processing of various laboratory specimens to help ensure the quality of laboratory results. Emphasis will be on the collection of blood specimens, and practice in venous collection on adult and capillary collection will be provided.

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Microbiology and Infection Prevention introduces the student to clinical microbiology and infectious diseases including a brief history of microbiology and introduction to bacterial genetics and metabolism. Disinfection and antimicrobial treatment are introduced. Immunology and the body's response to foreign substances is introduced. Common Gram positive cocci that are often involved in human diseases are covered.

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Lab

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This course introduces clinical laboratory elements including basic equipment, interpersonal communication in a healthcare setting, and laboratory specimen collection. Specimen handling and transportation to ensure the quality of laboratory results is discussed. Some of the topics covered are: laboratory glassware, pipettes, balances, centrifuges, microscopes, calculations and safety, as well as teamwork, grief and loss, and determinants of health. Emphasis will be on the collection of blood specimens and practice in venous collection on adults and capillary collection will be provided.

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Lab

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This course develops the student's understanding of the structure and function of organs and systems in the normal human body. A study of basic chemical principles is included. Medical terminology will be expanded and concepts of pathology introduced. Lab exercises will develop the ability to recognize cellular and noncellular components in body systems.

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Lab

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This course is designed to provide individuals with an overview of factors affecting quality in laboratory testing. This includes covering quality system essentials, other quality assurance programs, and quality control techniques used to validate test results. This course contains a research component focused on quality systems.

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This course is a study of the production and function of the normal blood cells: erythrocytes, leukocytes and platelets. The laboratory sessions include microscopic evaluation of blood films as well as some of the procedures routinely performed in the clinical laboratory to evaluate blood cells.

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Lab

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This course will provide the knowledge and skills required to perform selected tests in clinical chemistry. The clinical significance and methods of analysis of various chemical constituents in biological specimens will be covered. During laboratory sessions, students will perform techniques to assay various biochemical constituents in blood and body fluids. Recognizing the relationship between analyses, diagnoses, clinical information will be emphasized.

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Lab

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This course will allow students to build on the knowledge and skills learned in Clinical Chemistry I. The clinical significance and methods of analysis of additional chemical constituents in biological specimens will be covered. During laboratory sessions, students will perform techniques to assay various biochemical constituents in blood and body fluids. Recognizing the relationship between analysis, diagnosis, clinical information and treatment will be emphasized.

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Lab

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This course will prepare the students for the acceptance by the practicum site. Required on line courses will be completed and fit testing performed. Orientation to the practicum booklets and instructor expectations in practicum will be discussed.