Title

MLT1131 - Laboratory Calculations Lecture

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Credits

1 (1/0/0)

Description

This course is designed to present mathematical operations commonly utilized in the medical laboratory. Topics include use of basic math processes, systems of measurement, conversion factors, solutions, dilutions, statistics for laboratory medicine and quality control. Upon completion, students should be able to solve practical problems in the context of the medical laboratory.

Competencies

  1. Create single and serial dilutions.
  2. Perform various conversions related to laboratory testing methods.
  3. Create various solutions required for laboratory methods.
  4. Chart data using histographs, frequency polygons, bar graphs and pie charts.
  5. Perform statistical calculations related to quality control.
  6. Interpret Levey-Jennings charts and Westgard multirules.
  7. Calculate diagnostic sensitivity and specificity.
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