3 modules9 lessons~7 h

Clinical Biochemistry Essentials

Photometry and analysers, glucose and HbA1c, kidney and liver tests, lipids, electrolytes, cardiac and thyroid markers, calibration, QC and interferences.

What you'll be able to do

✓ Apply Beer–Lambert and choose end-point or kinetic methods
✓ Handle glucose samples and explain HbA1c limitations
✓ Run and understand kidney and liver function tests
✓ Calculate LDL and know when equations fail
✓ Recognise electrolyte pre-analytical errors
✓ Explain immunoassays for cardiac and thyroid markers and their interferences
✓ Calibrate, run QC and manage HIL interferences

Syllabus

MODULE 1Methods and glucosePhotometry, analysers, glucose and HbA1c.
- Photometry and chemistry analysersFree preview
- Glucose and HbA1cFree preview
MODULE 2Organ profilesKidney, liver and lipids.
- Kidney function tests
- Liver function tests
- Lipid profile
MODULE 3Electrolytes, markers and qualityElectrolytes, cardiac and thyroid markers, QC.
- Electrolytes, calcium and acid–base
- Cardiac markers and thyroid function
- Calibration, QC and interferences in biochemistry
- Final exam (25 questions)

Questions

Who is this course for?

Students and staff in clinical biochemistry laboratories.

Is there a certificate?

Yes, an educational certificate of completion after the lessons and a 25-question final test (pass mark 70 %), verifiable online. It is not a professional licence.

Does it cover interpretation for patients?

It covers laboratory patterns and pitfalls. Clinical interpretation is for qualified clinicians and pathologists.