Clinical Chemistry and Medical Laboratory Technician

Description

Welcome to Clinical Chemistry and Medical Laboratory Technician. In this course, you'll learn:

1. Introduction to Laboratory Technician

   • Role and responsibilities of a Medical Laboratory Technician
   • Historical perspective and evolution of laboratory medicine
   • Ethical considerations and professional conduct

2. Medical Laboratory Services

   • Overview of healthcare delivery and the role of medical laboratories
   • Interdisciplinary collaboration within the healthcare system
   • Patient care and communication skills for laboratory professionals

3. Laboratory Equipment and Instrumentation

   • Introduction to common laboratory equipment and their functions
   • Calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments
   • Emerging technologies in laboratory instrumentation

4. Microscopy Techniques and Applications

   • Principles of light microscopy and electron microscopy
   • Microscopic examination of cells, tissues, and pathogens
   • Digital imaging and analysis in microscopy

5. Clinical Chemistry Analysis

   • Fundamentals of clinical chemistry and biochemical analyses
   • Blood chemistry tests and interpretation of results
   • Specialized assays and molecular diagnostics

6. Haematology and Haemostasis

   • Blood cell morphology and identification
   • Coagulation and hemostasis testing
   • Disorders of the blood and bleeding disorders

7. Immunology and Immunohematology

   • Principles of immune response and serological testing
   • Blood typing and compatibility testing
   • Autoimmune diseases and immunodeficiency disorders

8. Urinalysis and Body Fluid Analysis

   • Techniques for analyzing urine and other body fluids
   • Interpretation of urinalysis results
   • Cytological examination of body fluids

9. Clinical Microbiology

   • Identification of pathogens and culture techniques
   • Antimicrobial susceptibility testing
   • Emerging trends in diagnostic microbiology

10. Parasitology and Mycology

    • Identification of parasites and fungi
    • Diagnostic techniques for parasitic and fungal infections
    • Epidemiology and prevention of parasitic diseases

11. Laboratory Safety and Biohazard Management

    • Standard precautions and biosafety measures
    • Handling and disposal of hazardous materials
    • Emergency response protocols

12. Quality Assurance and Laboratory Accreditation

    • Principles of quality control and assurance in the laboratory
    • Accreditation standards and compliance
    • Continuous improvement in laboratory practices

13. Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

    • Introduction to LIMS and its role in laboratory management
    • Data management and integration
    • Hands-on experience with LIMS software