CLSC 7940 - Clinical Molecular Methods

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Augusta University

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This course starts with a historical overview of some breakthrough discoveries that contributed to the establishment of molecular diagnostics. It focuses on molecular testing terminology and nucleic acids' qualities that are important in designing molecular procedures. The course covers applications of molecular testing by focusing on nucleic acids' target and signal amplification techniques currently approved by the FDA for infectious disease testing, including blood donor screening. The course also focuses on molecular testing in cancer, pharmacogenomics, and high-throughput technologies. The students will be expected to perform critical evaluations of clinical cases and/or scientific papers and additional advanced practice competencies in related content area. Course prerequisite: Successful completion of CLSC 6640 and CLSC 6645 3.000 Credit Hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate Semester Schedule Types: Directed Study (one-to-one) Allied Health Sciences College Biomed and Radiologic Tech Department

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.augusta.edu

Phone Number:

(706) 721-0211

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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