MEDA 212 Diagnostic Testing in Medical Office

• Demonstrate knowledge of laboratory safety
• Discuss quality control, demonstrating understanding of why quality control procedures promote accuracy and precision.
• Recognize the importance of OSHA Guidelines and standard precautions with an emphasis on safety and biohazard infectious waste desposal procedures.
• Instruct patients in the collection of the following specimens
  • Urine (Void, MSCC, 24-hour)
  • Throat
  • Wound
  • Fasting specimens
  • Fecal specimens (Occult blood, Ova and Parasites, Bacteriology culture)
• Collect the following specimen
  • Urine specimen
  • Venipuncture
  • Capillary puncture
  • Bacteriology specimen
• Perform the following testing
  • Urinalysis
  • Hemoglobin
  • Micro-hematocrit
  • Chemistry
  • Immunology studies
  • Stool tests
• Describe the function and care of each part of the microscope
• Evaluate tests results and demonstrate an understanding of normal and abnormal ranges
• Discuss the procedure and importance of recording of lab results in patient’s chart
• Determine follow-up procedures for lab results (panic values, etc.)
• Discuss the procedures for risk management such as material safety data sheets (MSDS), biohazard labeling and appropriate storage of chemicals
• Determine follow-up procedures for lab results (panic values, etc.)
• Perform proper technique when operating medical equipment for CLIA waived diagnostic testing, ECGs, and spirometry in a medical office

• be prepared to obtain an entry-level position in their field
• be prepared to work in ambulatory settings performing administrative and clinical duties.
• meet CAAHEP Standards in the areas of cognitive and psychomotor skills
• be prepared to pass the CMA (AAMA) exam