This module is taught entirely by practising Biomedical Scientists
from the hospital pathology service and illustrates the range of
experimental techniques used in modern diagnosis. The course
combines lectures with practical sessions to develop skills in
analysis of pathological specimens and modern diagnostic
methods.
Appraise biochemical responses in disease states associated with Cellular Pathology, Clinical Immunology and Haematology. 1,2
Critique diagnostic and monitoring assays found within Cellular Pathology, Clinical Immunology and Haematology. 1,2
Explain how known mutations in DNA that give rise to pathological changes seen in some diseases can be exploited in order to develop screening and monitoring assays. 1,2
Evaluate the laboratory procedures within Cellular Pathology used for the processing of human cells and tissues including principles and practice of fixation, embedding, microtomy, section mounting and routine staining. 1,2
Explore the role of light, fluorescent and electron microscopy in the diagnosis of disease. 1,2
Apply knowledge of the patholobiology of haematopoietic and haemostatic disorders to explain some of the diagnostic and monitoring assays found within Haematology. 2
Discuss different causes of immune system abnormalities and theorize potential consequences and disease associations. 2
Assess the role of Biomedical Scientists in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of abnormalities of the immune system - including neoplastic disease of the immune system - identification of human leukocyte antigens and transplantation. 2
12, 2 hour lectures
2, 1.5 hour practicals
40 hours lab report preparation
81 hours private study
2 hour unseen examination
Completion of a laboratory report incorporating data from the Histology staining and microscopy practicals
There are two sections each worth 50% of the unseen exam. Students should spend 1 hour on each section. Section 1: short question and answer section. All questions should be attempted. Section 2: essay question. Students should attempt 1 question from a choice of 3.
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