MEA 0573C - Laboratory Procedures 125 clock hours, 4.17 occupational credits (1.39 lecture credit hours, 2.78 lab credit hours) Prerequisite(s): MEA 0581C with a grade of C or better. Restricted to students in the Medical Assisting Occupational Certificate Program. Required Grade: Pass with a C or better. This course is a combination course which includes both a lecture portion and a laboratory portion. In the lecture portion of this course, the student will learn the theory behind the procedures that are taught. In the laboratory portion of this course, the student will apply what he/she has learned in lecture by demonstrating specific skills/competencies. This course includes the physician’s office laboratory, diagnostic testing, specimen collection and processing, cardiology procedures, radiology procedures, preparing for surgery, and assisting with minor surgery.
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