Description

The course covers the scientific basis for the analysis of blood and body fluid tests concerned with the al state of liver, kidney, heart, bone, endocrine glands. Handling, preservation, storage and analysis of biological samples. Furthermore, laboratory tests for plasma proteins, lipid disorders, infectious diseases, cancers, tumor markers, urine analysis and others are covered along with interpretation of the results in relation to health and disease. Reference ranges and critical values are provided. The course also provides introduction about electrolytes, blood gases and acid-base balance.

Program

PharmD

Objectives

• Domain (1): Fundamental knowledge At the end of the course the student should be able to: Define and differentiate the diseases due to metabolic disorders. Recognize the required clinical lab tests to identify different disease conditions. Explain the basics of clinical biochemistry Domain (2): Professional and Ethical Practice At the end of the course the student should be able to: Evaluate the suitability of clinical specimens and the laboratory test outcomes 2.2 Interpret the laboratory data obtained and reach proper decisions concerning the diagnosis of certain diseases. 2.3 Evaluate the results of clinical lab tests to monitor the effectiveness and safety of therapy. Domain (3): Pharmaceutical Care At the end of the course the student should be able to: 3.1 Gather and integrate information relevant to the applications of clinical biochemistry, particularly in the field of medical analysis laboratories. 3.2 Perform several assays to determine the concentration of various important substances in the body. 3.3 Conduct urine analysis experiments. Domain (4): Personal Practice At the end of the course the student should be able to: 4.1 Demonstrate responsibility for team performance and peer evaluation of other team members, and express time management skills. 4.2 Retrieve and critically analyze information, identify and solve problems, and work autonomously and effectively in a team. 4.3 Use new technologies and media to demonstrate effective presentation skills. 4.4 Practice independent learning needed for continuous professional development.