Program
Year
Year 2
Semester
First Semester
Credit
3
Program Description
Covers physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of urine for diagnostic clinical chemistry applications.
Course overview
This course focuses on the diagnostic evaluation of urine through physical, chemical, and microscopic methods. You will learn to process specimens, run chemical tests, and analyze sediment under the microscope to support clinical decision-making in renal and metabolic health.
Who takes this course
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
- Perform and interpret routine physical, chemical, and microscopic analysis of urine specimens.
- Identify common cellular elements, casts, crystals, and contaminants in urine sediment.
- Correlate urinalysis findings with clinical conditions related to renal and metabolic disorders.
- Maintain quality control and documentation standards for laboratory testing.
- Apply safety protocols for handling biohazardous urine samples.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Practical examinations | 40 |
| Laboratory reports and case studies | 30 |
| Written examinations | 30 |