Courses Handbook 2009

311395 (v.1) Diagnostic Cytology 432


Area: School of Biomedical Sciences
Credits: 25.0
Contact Hours: 5.0
** The tuition pattern below provides details of the types of classes and their duration. This is to be used as a guide only. For more precise information please check your unit outline. **
Lecture: 1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Practical: 1 x 3 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s): 310498 (v.1) Diagnostic Cytology 331
Syllabus: This unit involves the study of non-gynaecological cytology. It covers the pathogenesis and diagnostic cellular features of benign, inflammatory and neoplastic conditions in major body systems including the respiratory tract, serous cavities, genitourinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, breast, thyroid, lymph node and soft tissues. Ancillary testing for diagnosis including special stains, immunohistochemical and molecular methods as applied to exfoliative and fine needle aspiration specimens.
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Field of Education: 019901 Medical Science
SOLT (Online) Definitions*: Informational
*Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information
Result Type: Grade/Mark

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