CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
- Course
- BCHM309 - CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
- Department
- Pharmacy - English - Undergraduate
- Course Type
- Course
- Status
- Required
- Language
- English
- Credit
- 3
- ECTS
- 5
- T+P+L
- 2 + 0 + 3
- Course Coordinator(s)
- Prof. Dr. Halil RESMİ
- Prerequisite
- -
Course Description
In this course introduction to biochemical analysis techniques, biochemistry of the circulatory system, bilirubin metabolism, liver functions and jaundice, and related disorders, blood biochemistry, coagulation, hematological disorders, biochemistry of the digestive system and its disorders, digestion of lipids and phospholipids and disorders of lipid metabolism, structure and functions of kidney, kidney function tests, renal diseases and the related biochemical data, renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system, hypertension and coronary heart diseases and the related biochemical tests, biochemistry and the disorders of endocrine system, biochemistry and the complications of diabetes mellitus, cancer biochemistry are the main topics. Spectrophotometric measurements and principles of biochemical molecules are also widely overed in this course.
CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
Evaluation Tools (Active Term)
| Item | Type | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Midterm Exam | Midterm | 20 |
| Lab Exam | Quiz | 30 |
| Final Exam | Final | 50 |
| Total | 100 | |
Course outcomes
- 01 1- to analyze on specimens of body fluids.
- 02 2-to classify body function tests.
- 03 3-to explain the causes of diseases.
- 04 4-to identify and compare the biochemical bases of the diseses.
- 05 5- to decide and describe obout the patients' diseases by evaluating the case reports
Course Syllabus
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to Clinical Biochemistry & Blood Chemistry |
| Week 2 | Interpretation of Complete Blood Count & Inflammation |
| Week 3 | Hemoglobinopathies |
| Week 4 | Liver Diseases & Liver Function Tests |
| Week 5 | Kidney Diseases & Kidney Function Tests |
| Week 6 | Gastrointestinal Functions & Digestive Diseases |
| Week 7 | Iron and Porphyrin Metabolism Disorders |
| Week 8 | Mid-term Exam |
| Week 9 | Mid-term Exam |
| Week 10 | Pancreas Function & Chemical Pathology |
| Week 11 | Disorders of Carbohydrate Metabolism |
| Week 12 | Type 1 & 2 Diabetes |
| Week 13 | Cardiac & Skeletal Muscle Diseases |
| Week 14 | Lipoproteins; Metabolism & Diseases |
| Week 15 | Human Nutritions & Biochemical Parameters of Nutrition |
Reference Books & Course Materials
- 01 Lippincott Illustrated Rewiev of Biochemistry, L.W.W. Richard A. Harvey
- 02 Clinical Chemistry, Theory, Analysis, Correlation, Lawrence A.Kaplan, Third Edition.
- 03 Clinical Keys (available in CIU Library)
Learning Outcomes
- L01 1- to analyze on specimens of body fluids. SOLO 4
- L02 2-to classify body function tests. SOLO 3
- L03 3-to explain the causes of diseases. SOLO 4
- L04 4-to identify and compare the biochemical bases of the diseses. SOLO 1
- L05 5- to decide and describe obout the patients' diseases by evaluating the case reports SOLO 2
Program Outcomes
- P01 Gain the ability to apply the Pharmacy profession.
- P02 Interpret the accuracy and reliability of the current theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of pharmacy, as well as being able to follow and evaluate innovations.
- P03 Practically apply the knowledge they gain on pharmaceutical sciences. The acquired knowledge and skills allow the graduates to act as the closest health consultant to the public with the ability to inform the public.
- P04 Evaluate and apply current technology related to basic subjects and principles covering pharmacy and health sciences and take part in in-service training seminars.
- P05 Know the risks and evaluation of the use of drugs and other chemicals and safe laboratory practices (GMP).
- P06 Acquire the ability to interpret the findings obtained by qualitative and quantitative measurements and to reach valid scientific results from the data.
- P07 Prepare pharmaceuticals and provide guidance on the use of pharmaceutical products.
- P08 Design research and develop projects related to pharmaceutical products; manage and share the results.
- P09 Be competent to accurately and intelligibly communicate and transfer knowledge about prescription content and pharmaceutical products to the patient / user. The graduates are trained on taking necessary precautions for safe drug usage and encouraging rational drug use, as well as providing consultancy and supervision.
- P10 Work in an interdisciplinary environment. Graduates can cooperate with other professional groups, participate in vocational training and activities, have proper knowledge and communication skills.
- P11 Take part in social responsibility projects related to health. Graduates have awareness on sustainable environment and participate in activities and practices related to their profession.
- P12 Open a community pharmacy, also work in hospital pharmacies, can work in different fields related with pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, medical and herbal products, as well as production and quality control in the pharmaceutical industry. Takes part in the professional development of herself/himself, her/his colleagues and pharmacy students.
- P13 Implements the legal and professional law and ethics as a health professional, in issues concerning public health.
- P14 Knows and applies the processes related to drug design from natural or synthetic sources, as well as development, preparation, analysis and metabolism of drugs in the human body.
Po-Lo Matrix
| LO | P01 | P02 | P03 | P04 | P05 | P06 | P07 | P08 | P09 | P10 | P11 | P12 | P13 | P14 | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2.5 |
| L02 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2.14 |
| L03 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1.71 |
| L04 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2.36 |
| L05 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2.71 |