Clinical histologyLaajuus (5 ECTS)

Objective

The student
understands the significance of histological tests to the diagnostics of diseases
• is familiar with the key concepts and terms of pathology and the most common pathological changes at cellular and tissue level
• knows the principles of tissue sampling and processing
• is able to prepare a histological sample and understands the importance of the various work stages
• is familiar with the criteria of a high-quality histological sample
• is able to comply with work safety regulations and the general principles of sustainable development.

Content

• Key concepts, terms and mechanisms of pathology
• General pathology, tumour pathology, examples of organ pathology
• Digital pathology
• Taking and processing of tissue samples
• Preparation of histological specimens: tissue processing, embedding, sectioning
• Identifying the microscopic structure of tissues with a microscope
• Rapid section methods
• Histological basic and special staining, immunohistochemical detection

Qualifications

Anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, Methods in Laboratory Work, Biochemistry, Basics of Medicine: Internal Diseases and Surgery, Clinical Immunology Examinations.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Assessment: 1-5
For evaluation criteria, see the attachment.
Assessment criteria for advanced level are applied.

Further information

Theory 2,5 ECTS
Practice 2,5 ECTS