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Program of Pathology Laboratory Techniques

PLT221

GENERAL CYTOTECHNOLOGY

Course Code
PLT221
Semester
Third Term (Fall)
Theory+Practice
2 + 2
ECTS
4
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelAssociate Degree
Year of Study2
SemesterThird Term (Fall)
ECTS4
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Defines basic information about cytopathological techniques.
  2. Defines and applies basic methods in the preparation of gynecological cytological materials.
  3. Defines and applies basic methods in the preparation of non-gynecological cytological materials.
  4. Defines routine staining methods (PAP, MGG, HE) in cytopathologyDefines and applies fine needle aspiration techniques
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThis course aims to provide basic methods in the preparation of gynecological cytological materials, basic methods in the preparation of exfoliative gynecological cytology and non-gynecological cytological materials, definition of liquid-based cytological techniques, routine staining methods in cytopathology (PAP, MGG, HE), preparation of fine needle aspiration material, understanding of advanced techniques in cytopathology (immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, in-situ hybridization), and the importance of preserving diagnostic criteria in cytology.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week General introduction to the course outline, course structure, and cytology
2nd Week Mechanisms by which cellular fine structure and fixation affect cell morphology
3rd Week Introduction to cytological specimens and their general characteristics
4th Week Basic methods for preparing gynecological cytological specimens
5th Week Basic methods for preparing non-gynecological cytological specimens
6th Week Cell block techniques
7th Week Liquid-based cytology techniques
8th Week Midterm Exam
9th Week Routine staining methods in cytopathology (PAP, MGG, HE)
10th Week Fine-needle aspiration techniques and their performance under imaging guidance
11th Week Advanced techniques in cytopathology III (immunocytochemistry, flow cytometry, in situ hybridization)
12th Week Diagnostic criteria in cytology
13th Week Cytological evaluation
14th Week Discussion on slide preparation using sample imaging
15th Week
16th Week
Recommended or Required ReadingThe Art& Science of Cytopathology. DeMay, R.M., ASCP, 2012.
Diagnostic Cytology and Its Histopathologic Bases. Koss, L.G., Lippincott Williams& Wilkins, 2006.
Histotechnology. Carson, F.L., Hladik, C., Cytopreparatory Techniques, ASCP, 2009.
Theory and Practice of Histological Techniques. Bancroft, J.D., Gamble, M., Elsevier, 2008.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Experiment
  • Practice
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Assignment 1 10
Quiz 1 10
Practice 1 10
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz 1 4 4
Individual or group work 14 2 28
Preparation for Final exam 1 20 20
Course hours 14 2 28
Preparation for Midterm exam 5 3 15
Laboratory (including preparation) 14 2 28
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework 1 3 3
Total Work Load128
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.26
ECTS Credit of the Course4
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

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