MMSC 493 - Cellular and Molecular Diagnostic Techniques

Credit(s): 2

CELL & MOLECULAR DIAG TECHS
Component: Laboratory
This laboratory course introduces students to the clinical/diagnostic applications of molecular techniques. The course will provide hands-on experience in using biochemical and imaging-based assays for molecular diagnostics. Laboratory sessions include discussion, demonstration and hands-on practice of: isolation of nucleic acids from biological samples, use of hybridization-based assays in diagnostic procedures, preparation of probes, the clinical application of PCR, RT-PCR and Flow cytometry in diagnosis/prognoses of diseases. Students will be introduced to DNA and RNA sequencing platforms and liquid biopsy for analysis of genetic polymorphisms and genetic screening will be provided.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 2 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option

PREREQ: BISC 205 or BISC 207 and BISC 208.

Course Typically Offered: Spring

General Education Objectives:
GE1A: Read Critically GE1B: Analyze Arguments and Information GE2A: Communicate Effectively in Writing GE5A: Reason Quantitatively GE5B: Reason Computationally GE5C: Reason Scientifically