MLT 410NCINTRODUCTION TO THE CLINICAL LABORATORY PROFESSION

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Introduces the student to the functions and responsibilities of the clinical laboratory assistant and phlebotomist in all departments of the clinical laboratory. Topics such as clinical laboratory safety, regulatory agencies, infection control policies, standard operating procedures, and professional communication will be presented. The student will learn medical terminology, patient's bill of rights, pre-analytical evaluation of specimens, the laboratory information and data management systems.