Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science

Catalog description

This course explores the nature and scope of medical laboratory work. The primary focus is the role of the laboratory in the delivery of health care in various settings, emphasizing types of health care facilities, regulatory agencies affecting laboratory operations, responsibilities, duties and professional conduct expected of medical laboratory technicians, standard precautions, safety in the laboratory, laboratory mathematics and quality assessment, and medical terminology and procurement of blood specimens. A phlebotomy workshop develops the fundamental skills required to procure and prepare blood specimens for testing. Prerequisite: Medical Laboratory Technology and Phlebotomy students only. Other students considering a career in medical laboratory science may request instructor’s approval to take the course. Three hours of lecture per week. Instructional Support Fee applies. 3 credits Gen.Ed. Competencies Met: Critical Thinking, Ethical Dimensions, Information Literacy and Written Communication.