Body Fluids: Pleural, Pericardial, Peritoneal & Amniotic...
Body Fluids: Pleural, Pericardial, Peritoneal and Amniotic Fluids (9805-08)
Examine the nature and formation of body fluids using the model of transudates and exudates. Both normal and malignant cell morphology are discussed and the chemical aspects considered. Explore newer immunological methods for detecting cell markers and review the microbiological examinations of infections.
Version Date: April 2008
| Code |
9805-08 |
| Niveau |
Supérieur |
Prix membres
$0
Prix non-membres
$135
Renseignements additionnels
PEP hours: 15
CPS/ART credits: 0.7
Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the dynamics behind the formation of pleural fluid.
- Tabulate the features of transudates and exudates.
- Outline the indications for paracentesis.
- Describe in detail the cells commonly found in these fluids.
- Tabulate the criteria for malignancy in both mesothelial cells and lymphoid cells.
- Describe the chemical nature of these fluids.
- Outline the cell markers detected by the use of immunological methods.
- Describe the expected results of microbiological testing of infected fluids.
- List the cell markers associated with different malignant tumors seen in body fluids.
- Draw a diagram to illustrate the relationships between the fetus and amniotic fluid.
- Tabulate the Reference Intervals (Normal Ranges) of various constituents of fluids.
- Describe the tests used to determine fetal maturity.
Instructor: John Chapman, FCSMLS, FIMLS, CLSp(H)
Prerequisites: None
Textbook: N/A
Equipment: Computer with Internet is required
Start Date: Upon registration
Completion: Up to 52 weeks
Version Date: April 2008