MLS 203.  Medical Terminology   (2).

Provides the foundation of medical terminology for individuals who need a familiarity of the medical language. Ideal for preprofessional students preparing for one of the health professions or students currently enrolled in a health professions program. Also valuable for individuals such as medical records technicians, medical transcriptionists, medical secretaries, medical insurance personnel, administrators in health care and pharmaceutical representatives. This is a Kansas Systemwide Transfer Course.

MLS 303.  Medical Terminology   (3).

Provides the foundation of medical terminology and its application to the health care environment. Ideal for preprofessional students preparing for one of the health professions or a student currently in a health professions program. Emphasizes accurate interpretations and analysis of patient, hospital and other medical records. Students cannot receive credit for both MLS 203 and MLS 303.

MLS 311.  Biochemistry for Clinical Scientists   (3).

A discussion of the structure and metabolic pathways of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids, with emphasis on metabolic control via enzymes, hormones and vitamins, and the biochemistry of clinical pathology. Prerequisite(s): two semesters of general chemistry with laboratory, at the major level.

MLS 400.  Clinical Laboratory Management/Education   (3).

A study of the principles and methodologies of laboratory management and supervision, and teaching techniques applicable to the clinical laboratory sciences. Prerequisite(s): program consent.

MLS 405.  Medical Immunology   (3).

An introduction to the study of immunological concepts as they apply to the study, prevention and causation of the disease process. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or HS 290.

MLS 411.  Special Topics   (1-6).

An umbrella course created to explore a variety of subtopics differentiated by letter (e.g., 411A, 411B). Not all subtopics are offered each semester – see the course schedule for availability. Students enroll in the lettered courses with specific topics in the titles rather than in this root course. Prerequisite(s): program director's consent.

MLS 430.  Impact of Disease Upon Global Events   (3).

General education math and natural sciences course. Designed to provide a background for discussions of pathological determinants/trends that influence events in history including those involving emerging and re-emerging diseases.

MLS 452.  Principles of Urinalysis   (2).

Cross-listed as MEDT 452. This course involves the study of urine with special emphasis on renal physiology and the physical, chemical and microscopic analysis of urine, as well as the clinical correlation of results with disease conditions. This course has a lab component. Prerequisite(s): admission to MLS program.

MLS 453.  Clinical Chemistry   (8).

Includes the study of the principles, concepts and techniques used in the clinical chemistry laboratory for the analysis of serum, plasma and other body fluids. Correlation and analysis of chemical substances in the body and the assessment of health and disease is emphasized. Applicable practice in the analysis of body fluids is provided. Coursework includes the study of clinical laboratory regulation, general laboratory operations, safety and instrumentation methodologies, as well as discussion regarding the assessment of normal physiological function and associated disease conditions for each of the major body systems to include assessment of carbohydrates, proteins and other nonprotein nitrogen-containing compounds, heme synthesis and derivatives, enzymes, electrolytes, acid-base balance, lipids and lipoproteins, cardiac biomarkers, hormones, tumor markers, therapeutic drug monitoring, and toxicology. This course has a lab component. Prerequisite(s): admission to the MLS program.

MLS 458.  Advanced Clinical Chemistry   (4).

The study of the principles, concepts and techniques of laboratory testing of body fluids, including the study of advanced instrumentation principles and techniques, acid-base balance, advanced enzymology, nutrition and digestive assessment, endocrinology and toxicology. Correlation of chemical substances of the body and assessment of health and disease is emphasized. Practice in procedures used for chemical analysis of body fluids is provided. This course is designed for certified medical laboratory technicians to assist them in reaching baccalaureate level practice in laboratory medicine. Prerequisite(s): admission to the MLS program.

MLS 463.  Clinical Hematology   (8).

Emphasizes the theory underlying basic and advanced procedures performed in the hematology laboratory and the relationship between these procedures and the diagnosis of hematological disorders. The clinical significance of laboratory data and its correlation with pathologic conditions are discussed, including in-depth discussions of anemias, polycythemias, leukemias, lymphomas and hemostasis abnormalities. The laboratory component of the course includes performance of basic and advanced hematology procedures including manual and automated complete blood counts, normal and abnormal differentials, cytochemical stains, and routine hemostasis testing. This course has a lab component. Prerequisite(s): admission to the MLS program.

MLS 468.  Advanced Clinical Hematology   (4).

Emphasizes the theories underlying procedures performed in the hematology, hemostasis and body fluids laboratories, and the relationships between these procedures and the diagnosis of disease, including in-depth discussions of anemias and leukemias. Opportunity is given to practice specialized hematologic, hemostasis and body fluid procedures used in the clinical laboratory. Course is designed for certified medical laboratory technicians to assist them in reaching baccalaureate level practice in laboratory medicine. Prerequisite(s): admission to the MLS program.

MLS 473.  Immunohematology   (8).

The practices and procedures in the transfusion service and donor center are presented, including the application of genetics and immunology to blood group serology. Problem solving in transfusion medicine, including complex antibody identification techniques and resolution of serological incompatibilities encountered in blood typing. Hemolytic disease of the newborn and hemolytic anemia are explored. Practice is offered in the techniques relevant to the performance of blood bank testing by the medical laboratory scientist in both the donor center and transfusion center, including automated testing methods, collection, storage and processing of blood components for transfusion. Reagents, testing of blood products and quality principles in blood banking are summarized. This course has a lab component. Prerequisite(s): admission to the MLS program.

MLS 478.  Advanced Immunohematology   (4).

Emphasizes practice and problem solving in transfusion services and donor centers. Practice is offered in techniques relevant to the performance of blood bank testing. Designed for certified medical laboratory technicians to assist them in reaching baccalaureate level practice in laboratory medicine. Prerequisite(s): admission to the MLS program.

MLS 479.  Applied Immunohematology   (3).

Application of the theory and technical skill of immunohematology in a clinical laboratory with experiences in prenatal testing, antibody identification, direct antiglobulin evaluation, provision of safe blood or blood components for transfusion, and resolution of discrepancies encountered in performing any of the procedures. Prerequisite(s): MLS program consent.

MLS 488.  Core Laboratory Practicum   (8).

Application of theory and techniques of clinical analysis of body fluids for the assessment of health and disease. Prerequisite(s): MLS program consent.

MLS 494.  Special Topics in Clinical Microbiology   (3).

The study of the medically important fungi, parasites, viruses and other obligate intracellular organisms emphasizing their identification in the clinical laboratory. Discusses life cycles and their relation to the infection/disease process. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 220 or BIOL 330 and program consent.

MLS 495.  Clinical Microbiology   (8).

Theory and practice of isolation and identification of human pathogenic microorganisms, including 1) procedures for specimen processing in the clinical laboratory; 2) normal flora of human body sites; 3) morphological, cultural, serologic and molecular characteristics of medically significant microorganisms; and 4) antimicrobial principles and susceptibility testing techniques. Prerequisite(s): admission to the MLS program.

MLS 498.  Applied Clinical Microbiology   (3).

Application of theoretical and practical aspects of clinical microbiology in a commercial laboratory and operating hospital laboratory. Prerequisite(s): MLS program consent.

MLS 499.  Advanced Clinical Microbiology   (4).

The study of medically significant bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites emphasizing their identification in the clinical laboratory. Designed for certified medical laboratory technicians to assist them to reach baccalaureate level practice in laboratory medicine. Prerequisite(s): admission to the MLS program.