Continuation of LSC-20010.
The aim is to develop student understanding of the analytical, clinical and diagnostic aspects of Clinical Biochemistry, Medical Microbiology, Clinical Virology and Blood Transfusion.
In conjunction with Medical Laboratory Science I (LSC-20010) and Professional Relationships (LSC-20040) it is intended that students should get an accurate insight into the role of Biomedical Scientists working within the NHS and explore how they assist clinicians in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of disease.
Appraise biochemical responses in disease states associated with Clinical Biochemistry, Medical Microbiology and Clinical Virology. 1,2
Explain how 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
Explore the role of microscopy within the Medical Microbiology department. 1,2
Evaluate quantitative and qualitative methods to enumerate, identify and determine antibiotic sensitivity of microorganisms. 2
Appraise different serological and molecular methods used in the diagnosis of infectious disease. 2
Define the biochemical basis, clinical relevance and differential identification procedures associated with the human blood group system 2
Explain the selection, preparation, storage and safe provision of appropriate blood products. 2
Assess different mechanisms of facilitating blood conservation in the UK. 2
12, 2 hour lectures
4, 1 hour seminars
45 hours essay preparation
10 hour seminar preparation
65 hours private study
2 hour unseen examination
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.
Students choose their own case study to define and evaluate how the combined work of Biomedical Scientists working in different disciplines help clinicians diagnose and monitor disease.
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