MA 172 — MEDICAL LABORATORY PROCEDURES
As students learn how important safety is in the lab setting when using glassware, they will perform tests in the areas of hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, blood banking, and urinalysis. Student instruction will also include type of tube utilized for phlebotomy based on the additive in each, supplies required for the phlebotomy, proper technique to maintain sample integrity and prevent pre-analytical errors. Students will also get to practice venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques on classmates and volunteers. 3.5 credits