MLS 604L - Clinical Chemistry I Laboratory

(1 unit)

Introduces the clinical aspects of biochemistry, including overview of principles and instrumentation with emphasis on practical laboratory application of analytical procedures, specimen collection and handling, significance of results, and quality assurance. Includes analysis of blood and other body fluids for blood gas content, electrolytes, enzymes, hormones, therapeutic drugs, toxicology, and other constituents of clinical interest, utilizing both automated and manual techniques.

Maximum units a student may earn: 1

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate competence in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of clinical chemistry instrumentation, including spectrophotometers, ion-selective electrodes, and automated analyzers.
2. perform biochemical analyses on body fluids including stating the principle of the test procedure and correlating results with common disease states.
3. apply principles of quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) to ensure accuracy, precision, and reliability of chemistry test results.
4. identify pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical causes of error in laboratory testing.
5. apply laboratory safety practices by using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), following biosafety protocols, and properly disposing of biohazardous materials.

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