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Gwynedd Mercy University 2026-2027 University Catalog
MLS-410
Med Immunohematology
Study of the theory of immunohematology. Emphasis is on antigen systems of red cells and antibodies produced against these as related to blood transfusions. Included will be methodologies used, the importance and hazards of transfusion of human blood and blood components, quality assurance, and the regulations governing blood
banks.
2.00
MLS-415
Clinical Immunohematology
Performance of methodologies and problem-solving techniques in immunohematology, to include crossmatching, antibody identification, preparation and transfusion of blood and blood components, and transfusion
reactions.
2.00
MLS-420
Basic Hematology & Coagulation
Theoretical aspects of routine hematology and coagulation procedures are covered in detail. Normal cellular elements of the blood and bone marrow and coagulation factors are covered and correlated to appropriate
hematology techniques.
2.00
MLS-425
Advanced Hematology & Coagulation
Theoretical aspects of specialized hematology and coagulation techniques are reviewed in appropriate detail. Hematologic and coagulation disease states are thoroughly studied and correlated to the relevant basic and
advanced techniques.
2.00
MLS-430
Clinical Hematology & Coagulation
Performance of various hematological and coagulation techniques are emphasized. Theory and comparison of
techniques are discussed where pertinent. Appropriate pathologic states are thoroughly reviewed and compare
2.00
MLS-435
Immunology
Study of the body ' s immune process, host reactions and diseases of the immune system. The course will include
laboratory immunology procedures.
2.00
MLS-440
Urinalysis & Other Body Fluids
Study of urine and other body fluids with emphasis on composition, theory of laboratory tests and related
pathology; includes clinical experience.
2.00
MLS-445
Medical Chemistry
Chemistry of the human body; included will be enzymology, endocrinology, biochemistry of lipids, carbohydrates and proteins; metabolism of nitrogenous end products, physiology and metabolism of fluids and electrolytes; colorimetry and spectrophotometry; electrophoresis; chromatography; theory and principle of instrumentation;
radioimmunoassay; toxicology and quality control
4.00
MLS-450
Clinical Chemistry
Performance of various clinical chemistry procedures. Emphasis will be on techniques, principles of procedures and relationship of results to normal and disease states. Also a detailed study of instrumentation as used in
clinical procedures.
4.00
MLS-455
Medical Microbiology
Detailed study of pathogenic microorganisms encountered in infectious diseases. Symptomatology, identification, treatment and epidemiology of microorganisms are studied. A study of other pathogenic organisms, such as
yeast, fungi, viruses, and higher forms of parasites will also be included.
5.00
MLS-460
Clinical Microbiology
Identification and sensitivity testing of pathological microorganisms from normal and infectious materials by appropriate laboratory techniques. Also included is parasitology, mycology, mycobacteriology, serology, and
some virology
4.00
MLS-475
Clinical Seminar / Capstone
A culminating course for students in the clinical laboratory sciences designed to review the educational process from the sciences up to the professional laboratory studies, including continuing education and lifelong learning. Students will review issues in laboratory management, educational methodologies, and community service as it relates to health care, research, clinical correlation case studies and laboratory information systems( LIS).
Students will review materials for the national registry examination.
4.00
MTH-002
Pathways in Mathematics
A course designed to elevate students from Math Level 1 to Math Level 3, in order to prepare students for further courses requiring quantitative skills. Topics include a review of numbers and operations, ratios and percents,
logic, geometry, data analysis, and algebra.
3.00
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