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