HTEC 85C
Clinical Chemistry I Lecture


Course Description

Fundamental principles of clinical chemistry will be presented. Topics include laboratory math, testing variables, analytical techniques, quality assurance/quality control, and Point of Care Testing. A detailed theory of enzymes, electrolytes, acid-base, trace metals, carbohydrates, cardiac, amino acids, proteins, porphyrins and hemoglobin, nutritional assessment, and vitamins. will be included. Correlating test results with disease states will be accomplished. Successful completion of this course and Clinical Chemistry I Laboratory are required to enroll in the Clinical Chemistry II Lecture and Clinical Chemistry II Laboratory. Currently, this course is accepted by Laboratory Field Services as meeting CLS pre-requisite requirements for Clinical Chemistry when applying for a CLS Training License.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
35029 HTEC 85C 01Z M·W···· 04:30 PM-06:35 PM Jenny Chang ONLINE

Class Materials: View textbook and/or other materials for this course available at the Bookstore.
Class Dates: This class runs from 2025-01-06 to 2025-03-28.
Footnote:
HTEC 085C-.01Z: To enroll in this course there is a selective admission process. For enrollment information contact MLTProgram@fhda.edu. This course is a once per year course and is required for the MLT certificate or degree. Co-Requisite, must be taken with HTEC-085A. This is an online class that meets each week on scheduled days and times as noted in the class listing. Exams, quizzes will include being on campus (in-person). Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests


Course Details

Units
4.5 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 4.5
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Gen Ed
General Education Class
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Letter Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Corequisite
HTEC 85A
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