Medical Laboratory Sciences Programs (MLS)

Cytotechnology Program Director: Nancy Smith
Office: University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington Campus

Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Program Director: Martha B. Keagle
Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Program Office: Room 222, Koons Hall

Medical Technology Program Director: Rosanne Lipcius
Medical Technology Program Office: Room 214, Koons Hall

For major requirements, see the School of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Department of Allied Health Sciences section of this Catalog.

201. Introduction to Medical Laboratory Sciences

First semester. Two credits. Open to students in the following majors: Cytotechnology, Medical Technology, and Diagnostic Genetic Science.

Introduction to diagnostic genetic sciences, diagnostic molecular technologies, cytotechnology and medical technology including laboratory safety and equipment, microscopy and staining, hematopoiesis, and quality control and quality assurance.

206. Anatomy and Physiology for the Medical Laboratory Sciences

First semester. Two 1-1/2-hour lectures and one two-hour laboratory period. Prerequisite: CHEM 125Q or 128Q; and two of the following four courses: BIOL 103, BIOL 107, BIOL 108, PNB 264; one of which may be taken concurrently. Open only to students in the following majors: Cytotechnology, Medical Technology and Diagnostic Genetic Science; others with consent of instructor. Not open for credit for students who have passed PNB 265.

A systemic approach to the study of anatomy and physiology specific to the Medical Laboratory Sciences. The structure and function of each organ system will be discussed.

208. Immunology for the Medical Laboratory Sciences

Second semester. Three credits. Three hours of lecture. Recommended preparation: MT 210 or MCB 229 which may be taken concurrently. Open to students in the following majors: Cytotechnology, Medical Technology and Diagnostic Genetic Science; others with consent of instructor.

Mechanisms of innate and acquired immunity, antigen-antibody interactions, function of the human immune system in normal and diseased states.

208W. Immunology for the Medical Laboratory Sciences

Prerequisite: ENGL 105 or 110 or 111 or 250. Open to students in the following majors: Cytotechnology, Medical Technology and Diagnostic Genetic Science; others with consent of instructor.

298. Special Topics

Either semester. Credits and hours by arrangement. Prerequisite: The completion of all Freshman - Sophomore level requirements in Medical Laboratory Sciences. Open only with consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit.

Application of the scientific method of inquiry to planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting a study of a problem related to the medical laboratory.

299. Independent Study for Undergraduates

Either semester. Credits and hours by arrangement. Open only with consent of the instructor. May be repeated for credit.

This course is designed primarily for students who wish to extend their knowledge in some specialized area in the field of cytology, diagnostic genetic sciences, clinical laboratory medicine or medical technology.