MAS-2050 Clinical Procedures II

4 Credits
Presentation of selected lab activities and responsibilities of the medical assistant in areas of hematology, immunology, microbiology, chemistry, urinalysis, preparing body fluids for analysis, point of care testing and venipuncture. Focus is on the application of quality assurance measures to ensure accurate testing. Emphasis is on the infection cycle and methods of prevention including Standard Precautions, protective personal equipment, OSHA regulations, and Material Safety Data Sheets. Also teaches the role of the medical assistant in maintaining a safe environment in the clinical laboratory as well as disaster preparedness.
Prerequisite(s): BIO-2050 and BIO-2060, HIM-1530, and MAS-1060 with grades of C or higher. Corequisite(s): MAS-2040 and MAS-2060.
3 lab/3 studio.