CLP100 - Veterinary Clinical Laboratory Procedures I

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Subject Title
Veterinary Clinical Laboratory Procedures I

Subject Description
It is essential that any veterinary technician is proficient in clinical laboratory skills. This course will introduce students to equipment, instruments and techniques commonly used in veterinary labs. Along with the isolation and identification of some of the more common microorganisms of clinical significance to veterinary practice, the subject will also provide a framework for subsequent study of animal diseases.  In addition, emphasis will be placed on the use of instrumentation in microbiology.

Credit Status
One credit

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

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

 

1.    Describe the safety implications while working in the laboratory setting.

2.    Describe the parts and usage of the microscope, refractometer, and centrifuge; know the function of each part; and methods for care and maintenance.

3.    Explain the proper technique for handling, collecting, and processing laboratory samples.

4.    Describe common staining procedures used to identify cells and bacteria.

Identify and describe bacterial and fungal species and characteristics in common domestic mammals.

5.    Identify red blood cells (RBC) and white blood cells (neutrophils, eosinophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, basophils) in common domestic mammals.

6.    Estimate RBC and white blood cell (WBC) numbers.

7. Determine packed cell volumes (PCV).

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