501722 - CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY

At the successful conclusion of this module, you should be able to demonstrate the following level learning outcomes:
1. Knowledge & Understanding: You will acquire knowledge of the biochemical basis of physiological and pathological processes and of the principles underlying major clinical laboratory tests used in medical practice.
2. Application of Knowledge: You will develop the ability to apply biochemical knowledge to select and interpret laboratory tests in common clinical scenarios, using quantitative data and reference values.
3. Autonomy of Judgement: You will be able to evaluate the diagnostic performance and clinical relevance of biochemical tests, considering disease prevalence, sensitivity, specificity, and analytical limitations.
4. Learning Skills: You will demonstrate the ability to update your knowledge of laboratory medicine through the use of scientific literature, case examples, and digital learning tools.