Program Description: This session provides an overview on the principles, practices, nomenclature, and utilization of laboratory testing in the diagnosis and management of internal disorders. Program Goals / Objectives: · At the end of this session, the student will have a detailed understanding of: · Function of blood · Efficacy of blood tests · Use of routine laboratory tests · Managing and monitoring disease processes with laboratory testing Program Topics: · General blood cell morphology · Lipids and heart disease · Components of comprehensive metabolic profile · Hematological testing · Thyroid tests