CLSP Course Description

CLSP 301 - LABORATORY PROCEDURES

Components: Practical
Credit Hours: 1
Course Schedule: Semester System
This introductory course provides foundational training in basic laboratory techniques used in clinical settings. Topics include laboratory safety, phlebotomy, pipetting, and the use of essential laboratory instruments, as well as the analysis of urine, cerebrospinal, and other body fluids. Emphasis is placed on developing technical accuracy, adherence to safety protocols, and professional laboratory conduct.

CLSP 302 - BODY FLUIDS

Components: Theory
Credit Hours: 2
Course Schedule: Semester System
This course covers the theoretical and practical aspects of analyzing body fluids, including urine, cerebrospinal, synovial, serous, and amniotic fluids. Emphasis is placed on the correlation of chemical, cellular, and microbiological findings in both normal and pathological conditions. The course also highlights quality assurance practices and the clinical significance of laboratory results in disease diagnosis and patient management.

CLSP 303 - CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY

Components: Theory & Practical
Credit Hours: 2
Course Schedule: Semester System
The course offers a comprehensive introduction to the most widely used analytical techniques in clinical biochemistry. Topics include an overview of the fundamental principles, methodology, and clinical application of spectrophotometry, nephelometry, turbidimetry, immunoassay, electrochemistry, osmometry, mass spectrometry and separation methods such as electrophoresis and chromatography. Practical sessions ensure the gaining of technique-specific skills and safety precautions employed in the clinical biochemistry laboratory as well as aid in the development of professional behavior. The course briefly highlights the importance on the use of internal quality control and external quality assurance, and offers integration of analytical techniques by covering advanced techniques in clinical biochemistry along with the role of point of care testing and clinical laboratory automation.

CLSP 304 - CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY

Components: Theory
Credit Hours: 3
Course Schedule: Semester System
This course introduces the study of pathogenic microorganisms with emphasis on their isolation, cultivation, and identification in the clinical laboratory. Topics include microbial structure, physiology, and growth, as well as the principles of infection, epidemiology, and pathogenesis. The course highlights the clinical significance of bacteria and fungi, in human disease and the laboratory methods used for their detection.

CLSP 305 - CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY

Components: Practical
Credit Hours: 2
Course Schedule: Semester System
This practical course provides hands-on training in basic microbiological techniques. Students will learn specimen handling, culture preparation, and isolation of microorganisms using appropriate media and tools. Emphasis is placed on the identification of pathogens through biochemical testing, microscopic examination, and the application of biosafety and quality control procedures in the clinical microbiology laboratory.

CLSP 306 - CLINICAL CHEMISTRY

Components: Theory & Practical
Credit Hours: 5
Course Schedule: Block System
This course focuses on the detection and quantitation of clinically significant metabolites and other biochemical constituents involved in the diagnosis and management of disease. Emphasis is placed on analytical principles, methodology, and interpretation of results, with integration of quality assurance and safety practices in the clinical chemistry laboratory.

CLSP 307 – IMMUNOLOGY & VIROLOGY

Components: Theory
Credit Hours: 3
Course Schedule: Semester System
Introduction to the mechanism of normal and abnormal immune response. Emphasis on laboratory diagnosis by agglutination, precipitation, immunofluorescence and enzyme immunoassay. It also includes the study of medically important viruses, focusing on their structure, replication, mechanisms of pathogenesis, and host immune responses. In addition, the course introduces laboratory diagnostic approaches for viral diseases using modern molecular and immunological techniques.

CLSP 308 - PARASITOLOGY

Components: Theory & Practical
Credit Hours: 1
Course Schedule: Semester System
The course is designed to study the human parasites which are of medical importance. Emphasis is given in the morphology; epidemiology; pathogenicity; laboratory diagnosis of their specific disease; distribution and life cycle as well as control and preventive measures against infection. It focuses on the discussion of human protozoan parasites, helminths, and the common arthropods with medical importance. Teaching strategies include interactive discussions with the use of updated multimedia presentations.

CLSP 311 - CHEMISTRY/URINALYSIS/PHLEBOTOMY CLINICAL EDUCATION

Components: Theory & Practical
Credit Hours: 5
Course Schedule: Semester System
This clinical course provides supervised advanced training in clinical chemistry, urinalysis, and phlebotomy. Students will perform manual and automated laboratory procedures, correlate test results with clinical findings, and apply quality assurance and safety principles. Emphasis is placed on technical proficiency, diagnostic interpretation, and professional conduct in the clinical environment.

CLSP 312 - MICROBIOLOGY CLINICAL EDUCATION

Components: Theory & Practical
Credit Hours: 5
Course Schedule: Semester System
This clinical course provides students with advanced practical training in clinical microbiology. Students will gain experience in specimen processing, culture techniques, and identification of pathogenic microorganisms, while reinforcing theoretical knowledge acquired in related courses. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic accuracy, biosafety practices, and professional competence in the microbiology laboratory.

CLSP 313 - LABORATORY MEDICINE SEMINAR

Components: Theory
Credit Hours: 1
Course Schedule: Semester System
This course involves the presentation and discussion of selected topics in laboratory medicine through independent and guided study. Students will conduct individual investigations and present their findings to demonstrate integration of theoretical knowledge with current laboratory practices. Emphasis is placed on self-directed learning, critical analysis, and effective scientific communication.

CLSP 401 – HEMATOLOGY

Components: Theory
Credit Hours: 3
Course Schedule: Semester System
This course provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of clinical hematology. Topics include blood cell production, structure, morphology, and function, as well as the pathogenesis and laboratory evaluation of common hematologic disorders such as anemia, leukemia, and bleeding or thrombotic conditions. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation of hematological findings and the preparation of accurate laboratory reports.

CLSP 402 - HEMATOLOGY LABORATORY

Components: Practical
Credit Hours: 3
Course Schedule: Semester System
This practical course will provide the students with basic and advanced laboratory skills of clinical hematology that includes dealing with susceptibility hematology tests, collection and procedures of dealing with blood samples, identification of disease using different tests. In the end of course, the students will also be able to investigate the blood samples and correctly write a report about the blood test results.

CLSP 403 - LABORATORY MANAGEMENT I

Components: Theory
Credit Hours: 1
Course Schedule: Semester System
This course introduces the fundamental principles of clinical laboratory management. Topics include organizational structure, personnel management, communication, safety, and quality systems. Emphasis is placed on developing the professional and administrative skills required for effective supervision and operation of clinical laboratories.

CLSP 404 - MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS

Components: Theory
Credit Hours: 2
Course Schedule: Semester System
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to molecular diagnostics, i.e. diagnosis, prognosis and treatment follow-up/monitoring using molecular biology and genetic techniques. This lecture- based course will focus on principles and applications of molecular technologies currently used in laboratory medicine, as well as quality control and quality assurance issues associated with molecular testing.

CLSP 405 - MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS LABORATORY

Components: Practical
Credit Hours: 1
Course Schedule: Semester System
This practical course provides hands-on training in fundamental molecular diagnostic techniques. Students will perform nucleic acid extraction and quantitation, restriction enzyme digestion, agarose gel electrophoresis, and polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Emphasis is placed on the application of these methods in clinical diagnostics, result interpretation, and adherence to quality assurance and biosafety standards.

CLSP 406 - HISTO-CYTO TECHNIQUES

Components: Theory & Practical
Credit Hours: 2
Course Schedule: Semester System
This course provides an introduction to histological and cytological techniques used in clinical laboratories. Lectures and laboratory sessions cover tissue types, fixation, staining methods, and microscopy, along with practical applications of routine histological and cytological procedures. The course also introduces immunohistochemistry and cytology, with emphasis on tissue processing, slide preparation, and the correlation of microscopic features with disease processes and malignancies.

CLSP 411 - HEMATOLOGY/COAGULATION CLINICAL EDUCATION

Components: Theory & Practical
Credit Hours: 5
Course Schedule: Semester System
This clinical course provides students with advanced practical training in hematology and coagulation. It focuses on the principles, techniques, and procedures used in hematology laboratories for the evaluation of blood disorders and coagulation abnormalities. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic interpretation, quality assurance, and the development of professional competence in a clinical setting.

CLSP 412 - LABORATORY MANAGEMENT II

Components: Theory
Credit Hours: 1
Course Schedule: Semester System
This course builds upon the concepts introduced in Laboratory Management I and focuses on the practical aspects of managing clinical laboratories. Topics include leadership and supervision, quality management, workload and staffing analysis, budgeting, and accreditation processes. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving, decision-making, and the application of management principles to real laboratory scenarios.

CLSP 413 - IMMUNOHEMATOLOGY

Components: Theory
Credit Hours: 3
Course Schedule: Semester System
This course is designed to provide students with sufficient knowledge about immunohematology's theoretical fundamentals, including antigen-antibody reactions, red blood cell grouping, structural development, genetic inheritance, and frequencies. This is accompanied by an introduction to the pathogenesis of other blood group systems such as Rh system, Kell system, Kidd system, and others. In addition, students will understand the concept of HLA, Donor-patient pre-testing, and compatibility testing. After that, students will be introduced to components therapy, hemolytic diseases, and adverse transfusion effects. Finally, recent advancements in immunohematology will be introduced to keep the students updated.

CLSP 414 - IMMUNOHEMATOLOGY LABORATORIES

Components: Practical
Credit Hours: 1
Course Schedule: Semester System
This practical course prepares students for professional practice in clinical blood banking by developing core competencies in donor and patient testing. Students will perform laboratory procedures related to blood typing, compatibility testing, and antibody identification, as well as investigations of hemolytic disease of the newborn, transfusion reactions, and autoimmune hemolytic anemia. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation of test results, application of quality assurance principles, and adherence to biosafety and professional standards.

CLSP 415 - BLOOD BANK/IMMUNOLOGY CLINICAL EDUCATION

Components: Theory & Practical
Credit Hours: 5
Course Schedule: Semester System
This clinical course provides advanced practical training in blood banking and immunohematology. Students gain experience in donor selection, blood collection, and therapeutic phlebotomy, as well as pretransfusion testing and compatibility procedures. Emphasis is placed on the identification of blood group antigens and antibodies, detection of transfusion reactions, and adherence to quality assurance and biosafety standards in a clinical setting.

CLSP 416 - LABORATORY MEDICINE CASE STUDIES

Components: Theory
Credit Hours: 1
Course Schedule: Semester System
This course involves independent and guided study of clinical laboratory medicine cases to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical experience. Students will analyze and discuss real or simulated patient cases, interpret laboratory findings, and correlate test results with clinical presentations. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, diagnostic reasoning, and effective communication of laboratory data in a multidisciplinary context.