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V T 81

CLINICAL PATHOLOGY METHODS · 5 units

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About this course

Fundamental studies of laboratory techniques and procedures involved in evaluating veterinary clinical samples. Students will build on their nursing skills as well as their knowledge in anatomy and physiology to be successful in the areas of hematology, urinalysis, coagulation assessment, blood biochemistry and immunological testing, serology, clinical parasitology, and cytology. Emphasis on sample collection, sample storage and handling, and performance of analytic procedure. Development of skills in the use of laboratory equipment, laboratory safety and management, and quality control and quality assurance. Intended for students in the Veterinary Technology Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program.

Sections this term

Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:30 PM UTC

No section is scheduled at Foothill College for Fall 2026. The course can still be offered in a later quarter.

Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.

Prerequisites

BIOL 41MICROBIOLOGY

Catalog wording: “BIOL 41.

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