91002 Molecular Pathology
6cp; on campus, Autumn session; Students must be enrolled in C10481 Bachelor of Medical Science (Laboratory Medicine Professional).There are course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Undergraduate
Description
Molecular pathology is at the heart of modern diagnostics and applies gene expression to aid diagnosis and monitor treatment in patients. It has become essential to patient management to rapidly inform the best course of treatment. Molecular pathology is used in multiple pathology disciplines and this subject addresses sample preparation and result interpretation for each of those. In this subject, students build on their knowledge acquired in molecular biology, cell biology and genetics, haematology, and infectious diseases to learn about modern diagnostic molecular pathology techniques. These include genetics testing, molecular assays as well as serology and proteomics to enhance the traditional diagnostic techniques.
This subject explores how these are used in diagnostic pathology laboratories.
Typical availability
Autumn session
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