MLT 2274 - Clinical Microbiology

Credits: 4
This course includes principles, procedures, and pathological states in clinical microbiology. Emphasis is placed on culturing techniques, staining techniques, specimen collection, isolation and identification of common pathogens encountered in clinical settings, identification of normal flora found in various parts of the body, and antibiotic sensitivities. This course also covers an overview of the proper collection, basic identification, and differentiation of Mycobacterium tuberculosis from other acid fast bacilli. Meets for five weeks; Lecture 9 hours and Laboratory 6 hours per week. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in all previous MLT courses or instructor’s approval.