MAT 240 - Physician’s Office Laboratory

Institution:

Columbus State Community College

Subject:

Description:

This course provides the student with an overview of the procedures utilized to collect and process specimens in a physician’s office setting. Emphasis is placed on methods of collection, processing of specimens and quality control. Additionally, the student is introduced to the microscope, the techniques of capillary puncture and venipuncture (vacutainer method), urinalysis, blood typing, microbiology procedures, and understanding the normal ranges and the various laboratory reports.

Credits:

5.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.cscc.edu/

Phone Number:

(614) 287-5353

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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