• MD LB 4620: Parasitology & Mycology

  2.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Introduction to parasites and fungi that are of medical importance, with a focus on life cycles, diagnostic stages, and laboratory identification methods. Prerequisite: Admission to Program
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• MD LB 4990: Independent Study

  1.00 - 4.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Independent study in areas of applied and clinical research. Students select advanced topics of interest and arrange credit under program adviser supervision.
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• MD LB 4999: Hon Thesis/Project

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Restricted to students in the Honors Program working on their Honors degree. Students must also be admitted to the MLS program and meet with the honors advisor prior to enrolling in Honors Thesis Research.
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• MD LB 5100: Ed & Research Technique

  1.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  In the first section of the course, basic principles of research will be covered including how to identify research topics, evaluate the literature, construct and test a working hypothesis, analyze and interpret data, and report results. Basic research terminology and major formats of research designs will be discussed. In the second section, students will learn about basic principles of education including writing and evaluating learning objectives and examination items as well as teaching techniques especially those relevant to the medical laboratory, Topics related to accreditation, certification, and licensing in medical laboratory science will also be discussed. Prerequisite: Admission to Program.
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• MD LB 5130: Lab Management/Suprvsn

  1.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  The study of laboratory management and supervision, including organizational principles, financial management of essential resources, human resource management and leadership theory. Didactic coursework and assignments focus on development of effective teamwork, written and oral communication skills, critical evaluation of management-related case studies, compliance and regulatory issues, cultural competency, and ethical decision-making. Prerequisite: Admission to Program.
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• MD LB 5200: Applied Clinical Chem I

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Clinical experience in pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing of blood and other body fluids for their biochemical components (e.g. blood gases, hormones, vitamins, therapeutic drugs, trace elements, toxins) using electrophoresis, immunochemistry, chromatography, FTIR spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry. Students will also complete experiences in quality management, method development, and laboratory management. Prerequisite: (MD LB 4200 and MD LB 4210) OR Instructor's Consent.
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• MD LB 5210: Applied Clin Chem II

  1.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Clinical experience performing routine analysis of blood and other body fluids for their biochemical components (e.g. electrolytes, enzymes, hormones, lipids, non-protein nitrogen compounds, proteins) using automated and manual procedures. Students will participate in pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing. Prerequisite: (MD LB 4200 and MD LB 4210) OR Instructor's Consent.
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• MD LB 5300: Applied Clin Hemat I

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Clinical experience performing tests to establish a diagnosis, detect unsuspected diseases, or monitor effects of various treatment protocols for anemias, leukemias, lymphomas, and other hematologic disorders. Also includes experience in body fluid evaluation and urinalysis. Prerequisite: (MD LB 4300 and MD LB 4310) OR Instructor's Consent.
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• MD LB 5310: Applied Clin Hemat II

  1.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Includes experience in a special hematology laboratory preforming tests designed to aid in the differential diagnosis of leukemias, lymphomas and other hematologic malignancies. Also includes rotations in the immunologic and hematologic flow cytometry laboratories. Prerequisite: (MD LB 4300 and MD LB 4310) OR Instructor's Consent.
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• MD LB 5320: Applied Hemostasis

  1.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Evaluation of normal hemostasis, hemostatic disorders, the associated clinical symptoms, and the laboratory testing necessary for diagnosis. Includes laboratory practice in the performance of diagnostic tests. Prerequisite: MD LB 4320 OR Instructor's Consent.
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