Introduction to Clinical Cytology. 4.0 Credits. Class-4.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-0.0. Work-0.0

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This course provides an overview of the fundamentals of cell biology, basic histology, immunology, and laboratory operations and management as they relate to clinical cytology. Topics include the cell and cell division, histology, inflammatory processes, the immune response, CLIA, professional cytology organizations, workload limits, quality control, quality assurance, billing and coding in cytopathology, LIS systems and ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand basic cell biology, histology, immunologic processes, informatics, and the ethical role and responsibilities of the cytotechnologist in healthcare.