HIT 290 - Medical Assistant Laboratory Procedures

Credit Hours: 3
HIT 290 includes an introduction to laboratory techniques performed by the medical assistant. Topics covered will include clinical laboratory testing, venipuncture, specimen collection, quality control, sterilization and autoclaving, disposal of biohazardous materials, and inventory. Course includes in-class laboratory procedure instruction.

Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in HIT 180, or consent of program coordinator.
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

Semesters Offered: On Demand