Clinical Laboratory Science
Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) Program
Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) is a field of medical laboratory science, also referred to as medical technology. CLS professionals perform analyses used for the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of disease and the maintenance of health. CLS has a unique body of knowledge with a sound foundation based in liberal arts and scientific principles. There are three CLS programs available from Barnes-Jewish College:
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science (BSCLS)
Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) to Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) Articulation Program
Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (BSCLS)
Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science (BSCLS) degree program prepares graduates to conduct laboratory analyses in the areas of clinical chemistry, clinical microbiology, hematology, immunology and immunohematology. Laboratory professionals conduct biochemical analyses of specific metabolites; hematological evaluation of blood cells; microbiological studies of normal and pathogenic bacteria, fungi, viruses and parasites; and immunology and immunohematology investigations using antigen and antibody reactions to determine blood component therapy. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate is eligible for national certification.
Clinical Practica
Students will participate in learning experiences at off-campus sites. Students are responsible for their own transportation to the clinical sites. When clinical practicum sites are located in other cities or states, students will be responsible for their own transportation and housing at those sites.
Program Goals
To prepare graduates to:
1. Perform procedures, tasks and skills accurately.
2. Use analytical and clinical decision-making skills to evaluate health status.
3. Maintain effective quality assurance.
4. Assess the economic implications of new techniques, equipment and procedures.
5. Use research strategies to evaluate and implement procedures/protocols.
6. Demonstrate effective communication skills.
7. Adhere to professional, ethical and legal standards.
8. Participate in improvement of health care, scholarship in clinical practice and lifelong learning.
Program Prerequisites
See College Admissions Policies
BSCLS Curriculum Overview
This is a sample curriculum overview. An individualized list of courses and the course sequence will be determined after reviewing the student’s previous course work.
General Education (44 credits)
Humanities (12 credits)
| U11-101 |
Composition & Rhetoric I |
3 |
| U11-102 |
Composition & Rhetoric II |
3 |
HS 3131
or
U22-233 |
Health Care Values & Ethics
or
Biomedical Ethics |
3 |
| U |
Humanities (Foreign Language, Fine Arts, Literature or Philosophy)
|
3 |
Social Sciences (12 credits)
| U09-100 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
HS 2400
or
U75-106 |
Sociology of Health, Healthcare and Illness
Social Problems & Social Issues |
3 |
U25-101
or
U16-209 |
American Politics
or
America to the Civil War |
3 |
| U |
Social Science (Communication, Anthropology, Psychology, Education, Political Science or History) |
3 |
Electives (20 credits)
Suggested Electives:
| U09-230 |
Human Growth & Development |
3 |
| HS 3321 |
Pathophysiology |
4 |
| HS 4800L |
Human Genetics |
3 |
Clinical Laboratory Science Program Prerequisites (37 credits)
| U05-105 |
General Chemistry I |
3 |
| U05-151 |
General Chemistry I Lab |
1 |
| U05-106 |
General Chemistry II |
3 |
| U05-152 |
General Chemistry II Lab |
1 |
| U05-205 |
Organic Chemistry I |
3 |
| U05-206 |
Organic Chemistry II |
3 |
| U05-255 |
Organic Chemistry Lab |
2 |
| U20-141 |
Pre-calculus I |
3 |
| U29-120 |
Anatomy and Physiology I |
4 |
| U29-121 |
Anatomy and Physiology II |
4 |
| U29-130 |
Introduction to Microbiology |
4 |
| HS 3333 |
Statistics |
3 |
| HS 4800D |
Special Topic: Immunology |
3 |
Clinical Laboratory Science Program Specific Courses (40 credits)
| HS 4510 |
Research Methods in Nursing and Allied Health |
3 |
| CLS 4101 |
Clinical Microbiology |
3 |
| CLS 4150 |
Microbiology Practicum |
4 |
| CLS 4251 |
Mycology & Parasitology |
2 |
| CLS 4400 |
Clinical Immunology |
2 |
| CLS 4450 |
Immunology Practicum |
1 |
| CLS 4501 |
Immunohematology |
3 |
| CLS 4550 |
Immunohematology Practicum |
3 |
| CLS 4602 |
Hematology |
3 |
| CLS 4650 |
Hematology Practicum |
4 |
| CLS 4702 |
Clinical Chemistry |
3 |
| CLS 4750 |
Chemistry Practicum |
4 |
| CLS 4811 |
Education & Management |
3 |
|
|
|
| CLS 4820 |
Senior Seminar |
2 |
BSCLS Sample Full-Time Course Sequence
Freshman Year
| Fall |
|
|
| U11-101 |
Composition & Rhetoric I |
3 |
| U05-105 |
General Chemistry I |
3 |
| U05-151 |
General Chemistry Lab I |
1 |
| U05-141 |
Pre-calculus |
3 |
|
Elective |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
13 |
|
|
|
| Spring |
|
|
| U11-102 |
Composition & Rhetoric II |
3 |
| U05-106 |
General Chemistry II |
3 |
| U05-152 |
General Chemistry Lab II |
1 |
| U09-100 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
|
Elective |
3 |
| TOTAL |
13 |
Sophomore Year
| Fall |
|
|
| U05-205 |
Organic Chemistry I |
3 |
| U29-130 |
Introduction to Microbiology |
4 |
U25-101
or
U16-209 |
American Politics
America to the Civil War |
3 |
| |
Elective |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
13 |
|
|
|
| Spring |
|
|
| U05-206 |
Organic Chemistry II |
3 |
| U05-255 |
Organic Chemistry Lab |
2 |
| HS 3333 |
Statistics |
3 |
| U |
Elective: Humanities |
3 |
| |
Elective |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
14 |
|
|
|
Junior Year
| Fall |
|
|
| U29-120 |
Anatomy and Physiology I |
4 |
HS 3131
or
U22-233 |
Health Care Values & Ethics
Biomedical Ethics |
3 |
| U |
Elective: Social Sciences |
4 |
| |
Elective |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
14 |
|
|
|
| Spring |
|
|
HS 4800D
|
Special Topic: Immunology
|
3 |
| U29-121 |
Anatomy and Physiology II |
4 |
HS 24000
or
U75-106 |
Sociology of Health, Healthcare and Illness
Social Problems & Social Issues |
3 |
| |
Elective |
4 |
| TOTAL |
|
14 |
|
|
|
Senior Year
| Summer |
|
|
| CLS 4400 |
Clinical Immunology |
2 |
| CLS 4602 |
Hematology |
3 |
| CLS 4811 |
Education & Management |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
8 |
| Fall (16 weeks) |
|
|
| CLS 4101 |
Clinical Microbiology |
3 |
| CLS 4702 |
Clinical Chemistry |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
6 |
| Fall I (8 weeks) |
|
|
| CLS 4501 |
Immunohematology |
3 |
| HS 4510 |
Research Methods in Nursing & Allied Health |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
6 |
|
|
|
| Fall II (8 weeks) |
|
|
| CLS 4250 |
Parasitology & Mycology |
2 |
| TOTAL |
|
2 |
| Spring |
|
|
| CLS 4150 |
Microbiology Practicum |
4 |
| CLS 4450 |
Immunology Practicum |
1 |
| CLS 4550 |
Immunohematology Practicum |
3 |
| CLS 4750 |
Chemistry Practicum |
4 |
| CLS 4820 |
Senior Seminar |
2 |
| TOTAL |
|
14 |
| Summer |
|
|
| CLS 4650 |
Hematology Practicum |
4 |
| TOTAL |
|
4 |
| GRAND TOTAL |
|
121 |
NOTE: For the Clinical Laboratory Science Program, one unit of didactic credit is equal to 16 instructional periods of 50 minutes, and one unit of laboratory credit is equal to 65 clinical contact hours.
CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (CLT) TO CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (CLS) ARTICULATION PROGRAM
Overview
This program is designed for the certified Clinical Laboratory Technician, CLT(NCA), or Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT(ASCP), with a NAACLS accredited associate degree program to assist them in meeting the professional program requirements for certification as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, or Medical Technologist. Recognizing prior educational and technical experience, a course of study is designed for each individual. This is a Bachelor of Science curriculum which totals 121 credits. Students must complete the equivalent of the general education and program prerequisite courses in the BSCLS program either by transferring completed course work or by taking the courses at Jewish Hospital College. The 28 credits of CLS program specific course work complete the professional content needs of the CLT/MLT at the baccalaureate level.
Clinical Practica
Students will participate in learning experiences at off-campus sites. Students are responsible for their own transportation to the clinical sites. When clinical practicum sites are located in other cities or states, students will be responsible for their own transportation and housing at those sites.
Program Goals
To prepare graduates to:
1. Perform procedures, tasks and skills accurately.
2. Use analytical and clinical decision-making skills to evaluate health status.
3. Maintain effective quality assurance.
4. Assess the economic implications of new techniques, equipment and procedures.
5. Use research strategies to evaluate and implement procedures/protocols.
6. Demonstrate effective communication skills.
7. Adhere to professional, ethical and legal standards.
8. Participate in improvement of health care, scholarship in clinical practice and lifelong learning.
Program Prerequisites
See College Admissions Policies
BSCLS Curriculum Overview for CLT/MLT
This is a sample curriculum overview. An individualized list of courses and the course sequence will be determined after reviewing the student’s previous course work.
General Education (11 credits)
Humanities (3 credits)
HS 3131
or
U22-233 |
Health Care Values & Ethics
or
Biomedical Ethics |
3 |
Social Sciences (6 credits)
| U09-100 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
HS 2400
or
U75-106 |
Sociology of Health, Healthcare and Illness
Social Problems & Social Issues |
3 |
Electives (2 credits)
Suggested Electives:
| HS 3321 |
Pathophysiology |
4 |
| HS 4800L |
Human Genetics |
3 |
| U09-230 |
Human Growth & Development |
3 |
Clinical Laboratory Science Program Prerequisites (22 credits)
| U05-205 |
Organic Chemistry I |
3 |
| U05-206 |
Organic Chemistry II |
3 |
| U05-255 |
Organic Chemistry Lab |
2 |
| U29-120 |
Anatomy and Physiology I |
4 |
| U29-121 |
Anatomy and Physiology II |
4 |
| HS 3333 |
Statistics |
3 |
| HS 4800D |
Special Topic: Immunology |
3 |
Clinical Laboratory Science Program Specific Courses (28 credits)
| HS 4510 |
Research Methods in Nursing and Allied Health |
3 |
| CLS 4251 |
Mycology & Parasitology |
2 |
| CLS 4811 |
Education & Management |
3 |
|
|
|
| CLS 4820 |
Senior Seminar |
2 |
| CLS 4851A |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Microbiology |
2 |
| CLS 4851B |
Topics: Clinical Microbiology Practicum |
2 |
| CLS 4851C |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Immunology/Immunohematology |
3 |
| CLS 4850D |
Topics: Clinical Immunology/Immunohematology practicum |
3 |
| CLS 4851E |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Hematology |
2 |
| CLS 4850F |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Hematology Practicum |
2 |
| CLS 4851G |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Chemistry |
2 |
| CLS 4850H |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Chemistry Practicum |
2 |
BSCLS for CLT/MLT Sample Course Sequence
Junior Year
| Fall |
|
|
| U05-205 |
Organic Chemistry I |
3 |
| U29-120 |
Anatomy and Physiology I |
4 |
HS 3131
or
U22-233 |
Health Care Values & Ethics
Biomedical Ethics |
3 |
| HS 3333 |
Statistics |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
13 |
|
|
|
| Spring |
|
|
| U05-206 |
Organic Chemistry II |
3 |
| U05-255 |
Organic Chemistry Lab |
2 |
| U09-100 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
| U29-121 |
Anatomy and Physiology II |
4 |
| HS 4800D |
Immunology |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
15 |
|
|
|
Senior Year
| Summer |
|
|
| CLS 4851E |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Hematology |
2 |
| CLS 4851C |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Immunology/Immunohematology |
3 |
| CLS 4811 |
Education & Management |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
8 |
|
|
|
| Fall |
|
|
| HS 4510 |
Research Methods |
3 |
| CLS 4251 |
Mycology & Parasitology |
2 |
| CLS 4851A |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Microbiology |
2 |
| CLS 4851G |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Chemistry |
2 |
| TOTAL |
|
9 |
| Spring |
|
|
| CLS 4820 |
Senior Seminar |
2 |
| CLS 4850D |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Immunology/Immunohematology Practicum |
3 |
| CLS 4850F |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Hematology Practicum |
2 |
| CLS 4850H |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Chemistry Practicum |
2 |
| TOTAL |
|
9 |
| Summer |
|
|
| CLS 4851B |
Advanced Topics: Clinical Microbiology Practicum |
2 |
U25 101
or
U16 209 |
American Politics
America to the Civil War |
3 |
|
Elective |
2 |
HS 2400
or
U75 106 |
Sociology of Health, Healthcare and Illness
Social Problems & Social Issues |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
8 |
| GRAND TOTAL |
|
62 |
NOTE: For the Clinical Laboratory Science Program, one unit of didactic credit is equal to 16 instructional periods of 50 minutes, and one unit of laboratory credit is equal to 65 clinical contact hours.
CERTIFICATE IN CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
Overview
The CLS Certificate Program enables individuals with a bachelor’s degree to attain the course work necessary for national certification in Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology. Program Prerequisite courses must be completed before beginning the Program Specific courses. If the individual has not taken the Program Prerequisite courses in their previous academic experiences, these courses may be taken at Jewish Hospital College.
Clinical Practica
Students will participate in learning experiences at off-campus sites. Students are responsible for their own transportation to the clinical sites. When clinical practicum sites are located in other cities or states, students will be responsible for their own transportation and housing at those sites.
Program Goals
To prepare graduates to:
1. Perform procedures, tasks and skills accurately.
2. Use analytical and clinical decision-making skills to evaluate health status.
3. Maintain effective quality assurance.
4. Assess the economic implications of new techniques, equipment and procedures.
5. Use research strategies to evaluate and implement procedures/protocols.
6. Demonstrate effective communication skills.
7. Adhere to professional, ethical and legal standards.
8. Participate in improvement of health care, scholarship in clinical practice and lifelong learning.
Program Prerequisites
See College Admissions Policies
Clinical Laboratory Science Certificate Program Curriculum Overview
This is a sample curriculum overview. An individualized list of courses and the course sequence will be determined after reviewing the student’s previous course work.
Clinical Laboratory Science Program Prerequisites (37 credits)
| U05 105 |
General Chemistry I |
3 |
| U05-151 |
General Chemistry I Lab |
1 |
| U05 106 |
General Chemistry II |
3 |
| U05 152 |
General Chemistry II Lab |
1 |
| U05-205 |
Organic Chemistry I |
3 |
| U05-206 |
Organic Chemistry II |
3 |
| U05-255 |
Organic Chemistry Lab |
2 |
| U20-141 |
Precalculus I |
3 |
| U29-120 |
Anatomy and Physiology I |
4 |
| U29-121 |
Anatomy and Physiology II |
4 |
| U29-130 |
Introduction to Microbiology |
4 |
| HS 3333 |
Statistics |
3 |
| HS 4800D |
Special Topic: Immunology |
3 |
Clinical Laboratory Science Program Specific Courses (40 credits)
| HS 4510 |
Research Methods in Nursing and Allied Health |
3 |
| CLS 4101 |
Clinical Microbiology |
3 |
| CLS 4150 |
Microbiology Practicum |
4 |
| CLS 4251 |
Mycology & Parasitology |
2 |
| CLS 4400 |
Clinical Immunology |
2 |
| CLS 4450 |
Immunology Practicum |
1 |
| CLS 4501 |
Immunohematology |
3 |
| CLS 4550 |
Immunohematology Practicum |
3 |
| CLS 4602 |
Hematology |
3 |
| CLS 4650 |
Hematology Practicum |
4 |
| CLS 4702 |
Clinical Chemistry |
3 |
| CLS 4750 |
Chemistry Practicum |
4 |
| CLS 4811 |
Education & Management |
3 |
|
|
|
| CLS 4820 |
Senior Seminar |
2 |
Clinical Laboratory Science Certificate Program Sample Full time Course Sequence
| Summer |
|
|
| CLS 4400 |
Clinical Immunology |
2 |
| CLS 4602 |
Hematology |
3 |
| CLS 4811 |
Education & Management |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
8 |
| Fall (16 weeks) |
|
|
| CLS 4101 |
Clinical Microbiology |
3 |
| CLS 4702 |
Clinical Chemistry |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
6 |
| Fall I (8 weeks) |
|
|
| CLS 4501 |
Immunohematology |
3 |
| HS 4510 |
Research Methods in Nursing & Allied Health |
3 |
| TOTAL |
|
6 |
|
|
|
| Fall II (8 weeks) |
|
|
| CLS 4250 |
Parasitology & Mycology |
2 |
| TOTAL |
|
2 |
| Spring |
|
|
| CLS 4150 |
Microbiology Practicum |
4 |
| CLS 4450 |
Immunology Practicum |
1 |
| CLS 4550 |
Immunohematology Practicum |
3 |
| CLS 4750 |
Chemistry Practicum |
4 |
| CLS 4820 |
Senior Seminar |
2 |
| TOTAL |
|
14 |
| Summer |
|
|
| CLS 4650 |
Hematology Practicum |
4 |
| TOTAL |
|
4 |
| GRAND TOTAL |
|
40 |
NOTE: For the Clinical Laboratory Science Program, one unit of didactic credit is equal to 16 instructional periods of 50 minutes, and one unit of laboratory credit is equal to 65 clinical contact hours.
CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE COURSES
CLS 4101 - Clinical Microbiology
3 credit hours (2 didactic/1 laboratory)
Prerequisites: U29-121, U29-130 or HS 3132 or permission of instructor
Study of the morphology, cultural and growth characteristics of bacteria and viruses which cause infectious disease. Specimen and media selection, collection, transport, storage and processing are also studied. Students learn to differentiate normal from pathogenic microorganisms. Disease correlation with laboratory data is stressed.
CLS 4150 - Microbiology Practicum
4 credit hours (0 didactic/4 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLS 4101 or permission of instructor
Morphology, cultural and growth characteristics of bacteria and viruses which cause infectious diseases are presented. Specimen and media selection, collection, transport, storage and processing are covered. Differentiation between normal and pathogenic, microorganisms and disease correlation with laboratory data is stressed.
CLS 4251 - Mycology & Parasitology
2 credit hours (1 didactic/1 laboratory)
Prerequisite: U29-130 or HS 3132 or permission of instructor
Lecture and laboratory exercises focus on identification and differentiation of selected parasites, medically important fungi, and common contaminants. Common methods and techniques and instruments are explored. Classification, diagnostic stages of fungi and parasites and life cycles and vectors for parasites are studied.
CLS 4400 - Clinical Immunology
2 credit hours (2 didactic/0 laboratory)
Prerequisite: HS 4800D or permission of instructor
Introduces the principles of both normal and abnormal responses of the immune system through the molecules, cells, organs and systems responsible for the recognition and disposal of foreign materials. Immunological manifestations of diseases are discussed.
CLS 4450 - Immunology Practicum
1 credit hour (0 didactic/1 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLS 4400 or permission of instructor
Focus is on serological and immunologic testing. Data interpretation, troubleshooting in test systems and disease correlation with laboratory data are stressed.
CLS 4501 - Immunohematology
3 credit hours (2 didactic/1 laboratory)
Prerequisite: HS 4800D, CLS 4400 or permission of instructor
Theory and principles in immunology and genetics that determine blood types. Transfusion services are stressed. Aspects of red cells, platelets, and components are discussed regarding selection, collection, transport, storage, processing and their use for transfusion. Donor requirements and laboratory operations are included.
CLS 4550 - Immunohematology Practicum
3 credit hours (0 didactic/3 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLS 4500 or permission of instructor
The focus of clinical practice is basic and special testing to assure safe blood supply and safe transfusion therapy. Adverse reactions are investigated to identify cause of reaction.
CLS 4602 - Hematology
3 credit hours (2 didactic/1 laboratory)
Prerequisite: U20-141, U29-121, HS 4800D, or permission of instructor
This course emphasizes the quantitation and differentiation of cells and the study of cellular morphology related to peripheral blood, bone marrow, and body fluids to identify normal and abnormal processes. The pathology of hemopoietic disorders and diseases are considered. Coagulation theory and hemostasis disease processes will be discussed. Student laboratory experiences focus on basic counting and identification techniques and special selected hematology and coagulation tests.
CLS 4650 - Hematology Practicum
4
credit hours (0 didactic/4 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLS 4602 or permission of instructor
Clinical practice focuses on the basic and special testing in hematology as well as phlebotomy. Identification of normal and abnormal cell morphology is studied and diseases are correlated with abnormal cells. Coagulation testing to identify coagulation defects and hemostatic diseases is performed. Same as CLS 4651.
CLS 4702 - Clinical Chemistry
3 credit hours (2 didactic/1 laboratory)
Prerequisite: U05-255, U20-141, U29-121, HS 3321, HS 3333, HS 4800D, or permission of instructor
The focus is on biochemical theory and physiology of carbohydrates, lipids, and lipoproteins, heme derivatives, liver and renal function, non protein nitrogenous compounds, proteins, enzymes, electrolytes and acid base balance, hormones, and the endocrine system. Therapeutic drug monitoring and instrumentation is discussed. Normal and abnormal manifestations of disease and correlation with other laboratory tests are presented.
CLS 4750 - Chemistry Practicum
4 credit hours (0 didactic/4 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLS 4702 or permission of instructor
Clinical practice focused on basic and special test methods and instrumentation used in quantifying metabolites and analytes discussed in CLS-4701. Quality control, correlation of test data to disease states are presented. Biological and chemical safety is practiced.
CLS 4800 A-Z - Special Topics in Clinical Laboratory Science
1-3 credit hours (1-3 didactic/0 laboratory)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Seminar focused on significant, timely, and relevant problems influencing professional practice in laboratory science. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
CLS 4800A - Special Topic: Program Review
1 credit hour (1 didactic/0 laboratory)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Review of program of learning with emphasis on interpretation of laboratory data and application of theory to practice. Incorporates preparatory activities for national certification and entry into the profession.
CLS 4811 - Education & Management
3 credit hours (3 didactic/0 laboratory)
Prerequisites: Admission to the CLS or CT program or permission of instructor
Presents an overview of educational principles and teaching. Selected laboratory management issues are considered. Same as CLS 4800.
CLS 4820 - Senior Seminar
2 credit hours (2 didactic/0 laboratory)
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Integrates previous knowledge from selected courses in the Clinical Laboratory Science progrma. Emphasizes professional role development of the new graduate.
CLS 4850 A-Z - Advanced Topics
1-3 credit hours (1-3 didactic and/or 1-3 practicum)
Prerequisite: CLTs/MLTs only or permission of instructor
Focuses on significant, timely, and relevant issues and subjects in clinical laboratory science professional practice.
CLS 4850D Advanced Topics: Clinical Immunology/Immunohematology Practicum
3 credit hours (0 didactic/3 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLTs/MLTs only or permission of instructor
This course focuses on the evaluation and follow up of laboratory tests and quality assurance, along with correlation to clinical diagnoses. Advanced immunologic and transfusion-related procedures are performed. Laboratory tests are analyzed for technical and medical significance, and further testing is suggested and discussed with other health care professionals. Data interpretation, troubleshooting in test systems and disease correlation with laboratory data are stressed. Appropriate preparation and dispensing of blood components are presented, and adverse reactions are investigated.
CLS 4850F Advanced Topics: Clinical Hematology Practicum
2 credit hours (0 didactic/2 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLTs/MLTs only or permission of instructor
This course focuses on the evaluation and follow up of hematology laboratory tests and quality assurance, along with correlation to clinical diagnoses. Advanced procedures are performed. Laboratory tests are analyzed for technical and medical significance, and further testing is suggested and discussed with other health care professionals.
CLS 4850H Advanced Topics: Clinical Chemistry Practicum
2 credit hours (0 didactic/2 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLTs/MLTs only or permission of instructor
This course focuses on the evaluation, quality assurance, and troubleshooting of manual and automated chemistry and urinalysis tests. Correlation of test results to clinical diagnoses is stressed. Advanced procedures are performed. Laboratory tests are analyzed for technical and medical significance, and further testing is suggested and discussed with other health care professionals.
CLS 4851 A-Z Advanced Topics
1-3 credit hours (1-3 didactic and/or 1-3 practicum)
Prerequisite: CLTs/MLTs only or permission of instructor
Focuses on significant, timely, and relevant issues and subjects in clinical laboratory science professional practice.
CLS 4851A Advanced Topics: Clinical Microbiology
2 credit hours (1 didactic/1 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLTs/MLTs only or permission of instructor
This course focuses on advanced theory and pathophysiology of infectious diseases. Correlation of microbiology tests with other laboratory tests and the patient’s diagnosis is stressed. The course will also cover the establishment and evaluation of laboratory procedures, quality assurance programs, and approaches to diagnosis.
CLS 4851B Advanced Topics: Clinical Microbiology Practicum
2 credit hours (0 didactic/2 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLTs/MLTs only or permission of instructor
This course focuses on the evaluation and follow up of microbiological laboratory tests and quality assurance, along with correlation to clinical diagnoses. Advanced procedures are performed. Laboratory tests are analyzed for technical and medical significance, and further testing is suggested and discussed with other healthcare professionals.
CLS 4851C Advanced Topics: Clinical Immunology/Immunohematology
3 credit hours (2 didactic/1 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLTs/MLTs only or permission of instructor
This course focuses on advanced theory and pathophysiology of immunologic disorders and transfusion medicine. Correlation of immunology and immunohematology tests with other laboratory tests and the patient’s diagnosis is stressed. The course will also cover the establishment and evaluation of laboratory procedures, quality assurance programs, and approaches to diagnosis.
CLS 4851E Advanced Topics: Clinical Hematology
2 credit hours (1 didactic/1 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLTs/MLTs only or permission of instructor
This course focuses on advanced theory and pathophysiology of hematopoiesis and related disorders. Correlation of hematology tests with other laboratory tests and the patient’s diagnosis is stressed. The course will also cover the establishment and evaluation of laboratory procedures, quality assurance programs, and approaches to diagnosis.
CLS 4851G Advanced Topics: Clinical Chemistry
2 credit hours (1 didactic/1 laboratory)
Prerequisite: CLTs/MLTs only or permission of instructor
The focus of this course is biochemical theory and physiology of the body as it relates to blood and body fluid laboratory testing, including urinalysis. Abnormal manifestations of disease and correlation with other laboratory tests are presented. Interpretation of laboratory data and selection of methods and instrumentation is discussed.
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