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CLT 210L - Diagnostic Microbiology Laboratory


The application of diagnostic methods for identification of normal and pathogenic microorganisms by appropriate laboratory techniques. Emphasis on the performance of collection and processing of specimens, clinical significance, and interpretation of cultural, microscopic and biochemical characteristics, diagnostic tests, and susceptibility tests. Requires hands-on experience in affiliated laboratories.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Corequisite: CLT 210 Diagnostic Microbiology, CLT 208 Pathogenic Microbiology; Corresponding lecture content

Credits: 1
Hours
3 Laboratory Hours
Department Regulations
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

  1. Follow safety guidelines in the laboratory.
  2. Describe the specimen collection, transport, processing and culture of microbial specimens.
  3. Interpret microbiological stains, cultures, and classical testing methods.
  4. Identify microorganisms by selecting appropriate testing methods and correlating with clinical significance.
  5. Analyze and interpret antimicrobial susceptibility testing and quality control.