Additional Information
Level of Instruction: Intermediate
Intended Audience: Medical laboratory scientists, medical laboratory technicians, laboratory supervisors, and laboratory managers. This course is also appropriate for MLS and MLT students and pathology residents.
Author Information: Mary Ellen Koenn, MS, MLS(ASCP), is an associate professor emeritus at West Virginia University School of Medicine, Medical Laboratory Science Program. She has been a medical technologist and educator, having been a laboratory supervisor and manager and holding several teaching positions. She has authored numerous articles for laboratory publications and textbook chapters and frequently presents at laboratory seminars and workshops. Ms. Koenn holds a Master of Science degree in Medical Technology.
The author has no conflict of interest to disclose.
Reviewer Information:
Leslie Lovett, MS, MLS(ASCP), is the Clinical Education Coordinator of the Medical Laboratory Technology Program and a professor at Pierpont Community and Technical College in West Virginia. She holds an MS in Medical Technology with classes toward a PhD in Pharmacology and Toxicology.
Joshua J. Cannon, MS, MLS(ASCP)CMSHCM received his Bachelor
of Science and Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science from Thomas
Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA. He holds Medical Laboratory Scientist
and Specialist in Hematology certifications through the ASCP Board of
Certification. He was a professor at Thomas Jefferson University for seven
years before transitioning into his current role as Education Developer at
MediaLab by Vastian. His areas of expertise and professional passions include
clinical hematology and interprofessional education.
Course Description: This course discusses the many types and applications of electrophoresis in the clinical laboratory. Commonly used terms are defined, and procedures are described, explaining various electrophoretic patterns. A discussion on molecular diagnostic techniques that incorporate electrophoresis concludes this in-depth look at electrophoresis.
