Module - Clinical Biochemistry HSOB6008

On successful completion, you will be able to:

1. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the biochemical and physiological mechanisms underpinning the appearance of a biomarker for a given condition.
2. Critically evaluate how an understanding of metabolic biochemistry contributes to the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of disease.  
3. Evaluate the sensitivity, specificity and limitations of biochemical techniques applied in the diagnosis, prognosis, and monitoring of disease.
4. Apply knowledge gained to analyse, interpret, and evaluate data and formulate a clinical diagnosis.

This module will provide in-depth information on the development and application of analytical techniques used in clinical biochemistry for diagnosis, monitoring and to detect complications of disease. Indicative content could include:

• Inborn errors of metabolism and hereditary disease: genetic and biochemical basis of inherited disease, clinical consequences of common inherited diseases.
• The clinical chemistry of pregnancy and lactation: pre-natal testing, hormonal monitoring of foetal and maternal health.
• Current and future markers of diagnosis and prognosis: key diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and renal function.
• The relevance of analyte investigation will be put into context through the application of case studies.
• Techniques for therapeutic drug monitoring and screening for drugs of abuse.
• Point of care testing
• The impact of new technology and automation and how it may influence the role of the laboratory in the future.
• Internal quality control and external quality assurance

Modules are delivered in person, through a blend of lectures, seminars, and practical sessions.
You’ll benefit from close interaction with tutors and peers, access to specialist laboratories, and small-group teaching.

Assessment varies by module but may include:

• Written coursework
• Exams
• Practical assessments
• Case-based evaluations

Each module typically carries 20 academic credits and is completed over one semester.

•    Hold a relevant honours degree in biomedical science or a closely related subject.
•    Have completed a formal IBMS degree assessment that identifies academic shortfalls.
•    Be aiming for HCPC registration as a biomedical scientist.
•    Applicants should refer to their IBMS assessment letter when selecting modules.
•    Please note these modules do not include a placement, they are intended to address academic learning outcomes only.

20 credit module pricing

CPD Pricing structure

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Tuition fees are set annually and are subject to review each year. The University may therefore raise tuition fees in the second or subsequent years of a course, in line with inflation and/or the maximum permitted by law or government policy. Students will be notified of any changes as soon as possible.