CLS203 Clinical Microbiology
This course will introduce the student to the clinical microbiology laboratory and include procedures to identify normal flora and medically significant bacteria. Additionally, specialized techniques for collection, biochemical and serological identification will be studied. Pathogens will include anaerobic bacteria, specialized gram negative organisms, parasites, viruses and fungi. New technology for identification will be discussed as well as correlation of test results to the patient’s clinical diagnoses.
Prerequisite
CLS106 Clinical Practicum I Minimum Grade of: C
Corequisite
CLS201 Clinical Practicum II Minimum Grade of: C and
CLS202 Clinical Practicum III Minimum Grade of: C and
CLS204 Clinical Chemistry I Minimum Grade of: C
Program Major Restrictions
Medical Laboratory Technology