MLS402

Perform and interpret normal and abnormal clinical chemistry tests using appropriate manual procedures, instrumentation, standards, controls and computer applications during pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic phases.

Recognize unexpected clinical chemistry test results and instrument malfunction and take appropriate action to correct and validate.

Correlate clinical chemistry laboratory test results to disease processes and determine related physiology.

Evaluate quality control values and recommend necessary actions.

Apply critical thinking skills to solve case studies.