Mar 28, 2024  
2013-14 Gaston College Catalog 
    
2013-14 Gaston College Catalog [THIS CATALOG IS OUT-OF-DATE. USE THE CURRENT CATALOG TO FIND CURRENT PROGRAMS.]

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MED 150 Laboratory Procedures I (5 Credit Hours)


Class Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 4
Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Medical Assisting Program; MED 110 , MED 121 , and MED 140 
Corequisites: None
This course is designed to provide instruction in basic lab techniques used by the medical assistant. Topics include lab safety, quality control, collection and processing specimens, performing selective tests, phlebotomy, screening and follow-up of test results, and OSHA/CLIA regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic lab tests/skills based on course topics. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the use of medical office laboratory equipment necessary to perform basic laboratory tests, and EKG’s.



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