PA 516 - Clinical Lab Science

Institution:

West Liberty University

Subject:

Physician Assistant Studies

Description:

This course covers the clinical considerations for laboratory tests in primary and specialty care in the in-patient and out-patient settings. Indications for ordering the specific test, interpretation of lab results, and correlation with disease processes are covered. Topics include hematology/oncology, urinalysis, and chemistry. An emphasis is placed on interpretation and clinical significance of commonly ordered laboratory tests. Incorporates both observation and performance of selected laboratory testing procedures applicable to a primary care setting. This includes techniques for the collection and performance of wet preps, gram stain, urinalysis - routine and microscopic, KOH prep, normal saline prep, and blood specimen.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westliberty.edu/

Phone Number:

(304) 336-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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