CLT 207 - Introductruction to Clinical Diagnostic Microbiology

Institution:

Gateway Community and Technical College

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Description:

Reviews the basic concepts of bacterial cell structure, physiology, nomenclature and classification. Emphasizes safety in the microbiology department of the laboratory. Introduces specimen processing as it relates to the microbiology department in the clinical laboratory. Discusses the practical importance of identifying microorganisms through morphology on culture media, appearance on gram stain, and biochemical reactions. Lecture: 1 credit; Laboratory: 1 credit (45 contact hours). Prereq: Admission into the CLT program OR permission of the CLT Program Director/CLT Clinical Coordinator

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gateway.kctcs.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 441-4500

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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