MLT214

explain the principle of the following laboratory methods: spectrophotometry, potentiometry, electrophoresis, osmometry, and coulometry.

perform all basic chemistry laboratory computations correctly.

explain the principles of enzyme kinetics and the factors that affect enzymatic procedures and describe the principles of common enzyme assays.

describe common disease states assessed in the clinical laboratory, such as those associated with cardiac enzymes and glucose concentrations, and correlate results to disease states.

Reasoning

identify commonly measured trace elements, proteins, non-protein nitrogenous compounds, electrolytes, and enzymes, review their origin, function, and regulation, review conditions associated with their abnormal concentrations, and describe the analysis of each.

apply principles of quality assurance and quality control including proper patient identification, identifying quality specimens, and evaluating quality control data.

display positive professional behaviors, such as applying principles of laboratory safety, organizing workflow to minimize errors, and working cooperatively to utilize shared lab resources.