MCP 571 - Laboratory Techniques (Effective Fall 2023)

Cr Hrs: 4 (40-60)
Offered annually in summer/fall term, lecture and laboratory course which introduces the collection, preparation, and staining of cytologic specimens from gynecologic and non-gynecologic body sites. Fine needle aspiration preparation, special stains, techniques of fixation, and cell block preparation will also be emphasized. Adjunctive techniques applicable to cytopathology such as immunocytochemistry, FISH, ISH, and HPV DNA testing methods will also be presented.

Grade Mode: Standard
Mode of Delivery (Online or Hybrid): Hybrid
Instructional Method: Lecture and laboratory sessions

Prerequisites: MCP 460 Gynecologic Cytopathology

MCP 461 Diagnostic Cytopathology

Term offered: Fall

Fall - Instructor of Record: Chelsea Peeler

Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Keisha Burnett