Course unit details:
Diseases of Major Organs
| Unit code | MEDN61050 |
|---|---|
| Credit rating | 15 |
| Unit level | FHEQ level 7 – master's degree or fourth year of an integrated master's degree |
| Teaching period(s) | Full year |
| Available as a free choice unit? | No |
Overview
This unit will provide students with an in depth understanding of how disorders of the major organs (lungs, kidneys, liver, brain and muscle) impact biochemical parameters such as acid base balance, blood gasses, blood and urine proteins, water and electrolyte balance. In addition, students will gain an in depth insight into the role biochemical investigations play in the diagnosis and management of common cancers. This unit will also equip students with a critical appreciation and understanding of how information obtained through the biochemical investigation of major organ function can be applied to diagnose disease.
Aims
The unit aims to:
- provide students with a knowledge and understanding of the biochemical consequences of common disorders of the body’s major organs.
- provide students with a critical appreciation of the role biochemical investigations play in the diagnosis and management of common cancers.
- equip students with the knowledge and necessary skills to enable them to diagnose major organ disease through the analysis and interpretation of data generated by the laboratory investigation of organ function.
Assessment methods
| Method | Weight |
|---|---|
| Written exam | 100% |
Feedback methods
Marks will be provided online within 3-4 weeks of assessment deadline.
Study hours
| Independent study hours | |
|---|---|
| Independent study | 150 |
Teaching staff
| Staff member | Role |
|---|---|
| Philip Macdonald | Unit coordinator |
| Helen Jopling | Unit coordinator |