MED4005

Laboratory medicine

(MED)

Dr R Salom and Dr L Cussen

Two 2-hour laboratory sessions per week (4 hours per week in terms one and two), shared between pathology and immunology and microbiology.

Synopsis: Microbiology subjects include infections occurring in the urinary tract, upper respiratory tract, lung, central nervous system, gastrointestinal system, cardiovascular system and skin, as well as sexually transmitted diseases, antibiotic use and travel-related infections. Pathology and immunology labs cover inflammation, necrosis, dysplasia and neoplasia in relation to each of the major systems. Special laboratory sessions are held for psychological medicine. Attendance is required for at least one full post-mortem as well as other post-mortem teaching seminars during the year.

Assessment: Laboratory examination: 10% (of final mark) + Post-mortem report (satisfactory faculty requirement)