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MLT115

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Fundamentals of Urinalysis and Body Fluids

Course Description

This course is an introduction to the study of urine and body fluids. Course studies urine formation including function and diseases of the kidney. Main focus is on detection of physical, chemical and microscopic properties of urine in normal and abnormal states. Content also includes discussion of miscellaneous fluid analysis, cerebrospinal fluid analysis, and fecal occult blood analysis. Additional practice on basic medical laboratory techniques will be emphasized.

Credit Hours

3

Maximum Credit Hours

-

Course Credit Type

Occupational Course (OC)

CIP Code Classification

51.1004

Lecture Hours per week (full semester)

2

Maximum Lecture hours

-

Lab hours per week (full semester)

2

Maximum Lab hours

-

Course Typically Offered ~

Summer

Department(s) ~

Does this course fulfill a General Education Course Curriculum Distribution Area Requirement?

No

Is the course IAI approved?

No