Clinical Chemistry and Lab Math

Catalog description

Provides theoretical and fundamental instrumentation methodologies, including practical concepts associated with testing procedures used in the chemistry department. Includes important characteristics of electrolyte, carbohydrate, protein and lipid metabolism as they relate to laboratory analysis. Emphasizes major organ function and the appropriate assays, analysis of various body fluids, and laboratory findings to indicate various disease states. Provides concepts in endocrinology, therapeutic drug monitoring and tumor markers.