This 3-week course encompasses essential theoretical principles of immunology as well as the serological techniques commonly used in the clinical immunology laboratory. Emphasis is placed on the theory of immunity, antibody production, and serological testing for immune disorders and infectious diseases. Included in this course is the study of viral hepatitis and HIV focusing on utilizing laboratory testing markers for identification and monitoring course of disease. This course also encompasses the theoretical and practical applications of molecular pathology in the diagnostic laboratory. Clinical Laboratory Network Molecular Pathology personnel at Carolinas Medical Center-Mercy teach the unit on Molecular Pathology. Information presented includes the basic principles of PCR and how it is utilized in diagnosing and monitoring disease. Pre-analytical, analytical, and post analytical components are discussed and evaluated throughout the course to enhance critical thinking skills.

• Teacher: Shirley, Kelly
• Non-editing teacher: Bean Cynthia
• Non-editing teacher: Hobson Cyndie
• Non-editing teacher: Jackson Melissa
• Non-editing teacher: Yarborough Kimberly