MLT 2191 - Histology Techniques

Credit Hours: 3.0
Prerequisite(s): (BSC2010 with C and BSC2010L with C) or (BSC1421 with C and BSC1421L with C)
Corequisite(s): None
This course is intended for biotechnology majors and for students interested in careers in histotechnology. This course will provide an introduction to the processes and materials used in today’s histotechnology laboratory environments including the medical diagnostic, biotechnology, and research sectors. Students will gain an appreciation for working in a regulated environment. Topics will include basic principles of fixation and processing, major instrumentation, preparation of solutions and stains pertinent to the histology lab, current good manufacturing and laboratory practices, safety, knowledge of various tissues used in histology, and documentation.
Occupational (A.S. and A.A.S.)