MLTC 1504 — MLT Clinical Chemistry 6 Credit Hours
This course will cover the physiology of the body and the biochemical reactions that are necessary for a healthy existance. The human condition is evaluated by biochemical shifts in different systems that maintain homeostatis during healthy periods. Basic interpretations of biochem - istry and the concentration of enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, electrolytes, blood gases, and therapeutic drug monitoring will be dis - cussed. The course will also cover routine clinical tests on biological fluids, maintaining quality assurance records, and performing preventative maintenance on instrumentation. Prerequisite: (LIFE 1407 Anatomy & Physiology I with a grade of C or better AND LIFE 1409 Anatomy & Physiology II with a grade of C or better or LIFE 1408 Anatomy & Physiology with a grade of C or better) AND LIFE 1412 Principles of Microbiology with a grade of C or better AND (CHEM 1802 Fundamentals of General Chem with a grade of better) or equivalent.