Student Catalog and Handbook 2023-2024

MLBT 1070 Clinical Chemistry

Develops concepts and techniques of clinical chemistry applicable to medical laboratory technology. Topics include carbohydrates, electrolytes and acid-base balance, nitrogenous compounds, related lab math, enzymes and endocrinology, liver functions, lipids, toxicology and therapeutic drug monitoring, safety and quality control, correlation of disease states, process improvement (team approach), and critical thinking skills.

Credits

4

Contact Hours

8

Prerequisite

BIOL 2114 with a minimum grade of C; BIOL 2114L with a minimum grade of C; CHEM 1151 with a minimum grade of C; CHEM 1151L with a minimum grade of C or CHEM 1211 with a minimum grade of C; CHEM 1211L with a minimum grade of C; MLBT 1010