MLT 1100 - Clinical Urinalysis/Body Fluids

Institution:

North Hennepin Community College

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Description:

This course is designed to develop working knowledge of urinalysis and body fluid procedures and concepts. It will include urine formation, anatomy and physiology of the kidney, the role of the kidney in health and disease, urine specimen types and collection processes, components of routine urinalysis testing including physical, chemical, and microscopic properties, and clinical correlation of urinalysis lab results. Other body fluids commonly analyzed in the clinical lab will also be discussed. The laboratory component will involve urinalysis routine testing including microscopic exam as well as body fluid routine testing including hemacytometer testing and body fluid differentials.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.nhcc.edu

Phone Number:

(763) 424-0702

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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