Biochemistry and Laboratory Diagnostics (SL_102)
About Study Course
Objective
To facilitate the acquisition of theoretical knowledge about chemical processes in the human body in relation to its functions. To improve the understanding of modern laboratory diagnostic possibilities and their interpretation by providing information on the chemical composition of materials used in diagnostics.
Prerequisites
Knowledge in chemistry, human physiology, biology, mathematics, physics.
Learning outcomes
While cooperating in different fields, students will gain deeper knowledge and comprehension of biochemical processes in the human body. Students will be able to describe and classify modern laboratory diagnostic methods, their indications. Students will define how the test results are formed, what they mean, how to interpret them from a medical point of view. According to the changes in the test results, students will formulate and explain the meaning of these changes, possible causes and potential consequences.
Students will be able to independently create a data analysis plan for research aimed at human disease laboratory diagnostics, as well as to implement the developed plan; will be able to integrate laboratory examination into the design of disease diagnostic research, understanding the nature of the examination and the changes observed.
When using patient data, students will be able to qualitatively analyse the results of disease diagnostics, differential diagnosis; will critically evaluate changes in test results not only from a statistical but also from a medical point of view. Students will be able to professionally cooperate with colleagues, using and understanding biochemical and laboratory terms. When working with patient data, students will follow the principles of medical ethics.
