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MLAB 1114: Medical Laboratory Procedures 

Effective date

May 2022 

Department

Medical Lab Assistant 

School

Health Sciences 
 




Description

This course provides an overview of the common tests analyzed in the medical laboratory. The preanalytical requirements for tests in clinical chemistry, hematology, microbiology, transfusion services, anatomical pathology, cytology and the tumour marker lab are explored. The significance, collection requirements, abbreviations and terminology related to these tests is studied. Basic procedures done in chemistry, hematology, transfusion services and bacteriology are also introduced. The role of the Canadian Blood Services in providing blood products is described. The importance of following standard operating procedures and protocols set by medical laboratories is emphasized. 

Credits

3.0 

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary 

Prerequisites

None 

Corequisites

None 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None 

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 75
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 15
Total Hours: 90
 

Instructional Strategies

This course includes lectures, assignments, and laboratory activities. 

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

B- 
 

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Exam 

15 

Test #1 

Exam 

20 

Test #2 

Exam 

20 

Test #3 

Exam 

25 

Test #4 

Lab Work 

20 

 

Course topics

Notes:

  • Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
  • Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
    https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
  • To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.
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