MDCA 1452 Medical Assistant Laboratory Procedures

Application of governmental health care guidelines. Includes specimen collection and handling, quality assurance and quality control in performance of Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)-waived laboratory testing.

Semester Hours

4

Lecture Hours

2

Lab Hours

4

Prerequisite

MDCA 1162

End-of-Course Outcomes

Demonstrate venipuncture and skin puncture technique; demonstrate compliance with Universal Standards and Precautions based on OSHA guidelines; perform CLIA- waived laboratory tests; label and handle all biologic specimens; use equipment including calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting; demonstrate quality assurance and quality control procedures.