Opportunist & Parasitic Infect

Catalog description

This course covers the pathogenesis and the epidemiology of opportunistic microorganisms. The isolation, concentration, and identification of mycological and parasitological specimens is reviewed and discussed. This course includes the principles and practices of quality control, the pre- analytical and post-analytical components of clinical microbiology, and the application of safety to laboratory practice. Prerequisite: MICR 2440 ( MICR 2340 and MICR 2141 ) with a grade of C or better AND departmental approval. Restricted to major: CLIN.