Clinical Chemistry (4 cr)

Objectives (course unit)

The student is able to
- collect and handle various samples, evaluate their validity and ensure correct preanalytical conditions
- use the main laboratory systems of the training place
- know the analysis and operating principles of the most common analysers and automation lines in laboratory production
- interpret the information provided by the laboratory information systems
- understand the validation rules of the results and apply them to evaluate the reliability of the results and possible follow-up actions
- understand the calibration and control practices used in the quality management of the training laboratory and the principles of auto-validation
- apply theoretical knowledge of clinical chemistry at different stages of the analysis process and in evaluating the test results
- use the most common analysers and manual methods
- evaluate the quality of the samples, perform analysis and report results of laboratory tests in accordance with the guidelines
- work as a member of a team, following the rules of the work community
- pay attention to occupational safety, ergonomics, and ethical and economic aspects in their work and interaction situations

Content (course unit)

Supervised training includes working in a clinical chemistry laboratory. The content of the training can vary depending on the training placement.

Prerequisites (course unit)

Prior to the commencement of professional training, all pre-clinical studies in Clinical Chemistry must be passed.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

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Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

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Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

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Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student is able to
- work carefully, systematically, safely, aseptically and economically
- evaluate the validity of the sample
- know the principles of basic automation, calibrations and controls and is able to perform the necessary maintenance
- know the manual methods used in production
- identify urine particles independently at basic level, identify also some advanced level findings and perform potential quick tests
- handle body fluid samples correctly and perform cell and particle counts using a Burker chamber
- evaluate the reliability of test results and the need for possible reanalysis and further actions
- perform different stages of quality assurance
- show initiative, ability to cooperate and interest in professional development
- operate according to agreed procedures and take responsibility for his/her actions
- evaluate realistically their own activities and take advantage of received feedback

Location and time

Jobiilivarauksen mukaisessa harjoittelupaikassa, työpaikan laatimien työvuorojen mukaisesti

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Teaching methods

Käytännön harjoittelu työelämässä

Learning materials

Edeltävien kurssien oppimateriaalit
Harjoittelupaikan tarjoamat materiaalit ja työohjeet
Tarpeen mukaan Hotakainen K., Lakkisto P., Lempiäinen A., Alagrund K. & Vilpo J. (2023) Laboratoriolääketiede : kliininen kemia ja hematologia. 5. painos. Helsinki: Kandidaattikustannus.

Student workload

Jakson ajoitus Jobiilivarausken mukaisesti. Harjoittelujakson kesto on 3 viikkoa, joka jakautuu viiteen päivään viikossa n. 7h päivässä.

Content scheduling

Kolme viikkoa yhtäjaksoisesti, ellei muusta erikseen sovita.

Completion alternatives

Aiemmin hankitun osaamisen tunnistaminen.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Opintojakso on harjoittelujakso työelämässä.

Further information

The course is implemented as a practical training in clinical laboratories of hospitals as a professional training, supervised practice.