Course Description
Evaluation of laboratory data with a focus on interpretation and summarization, in the style indicated by the ACVP board examination in clinical pathology.
Athena Title
Chemistry Seminar
Non-Traditional Format
This course will meet weekly. On most weeks, a case for discussion will be selected and distributed by the faculty, for an open-ended dialogue during the class time. Each student, at the interval designated by the instructor(s), will turn in a written summary of each case. Occasionally (approximately one time per month), laboratory data will be replaced by glass slides or projected images.
Prerequisite
Permission of department
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall, spring and summer
Grading System
S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Course Objectives
The purpose of this course is to introduce post-DVM residents/graduate students to advanced biochemistry techniques and the proper interpretation of their results in a wide variety of species using a case-based approach. This course is offered in preparation for the American College of Veterinary Pathology certifying examination. By the conclusion of this class, students will have: a. Discussed the mechanisms of (causes for) laboratory abnormalities b. Diagnosed diseases using a variety of laboratory tests c. Formulated plans for the diagnosis of biochemical abnormalities
Topical Outline
Variable by semester as determined by the instructors. An effort is made to coordinate the selected cases with coordinating topics in journal club when possible.