Overview
The study of human chromosomes, their abnormalities and relations to diseases, and the pre- and post-natal diagnosis of genetic disorders.
Molecular Diagnostics is a rapidly expanding, dynamic field of study. The techniques learnt can be applied in all the Medical Laboratory disciplines. This paper provides in-depth practical experience in the molecular techniques, including DNA extraction, DNA sequencing, cell culture, standard and real-time polymerase chain reactions (PCR).
About this paper
| Paper title | Diagnostic Molecular Pathology |
|---|---|
| Subject | Medical Laboratory Science |
| EFTS | 0.5 |
| Points | 60 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1 (10 February 2025 - 18 June 2025)
(Distance learning)
Semester 2 (30 June 2025 - 8 November 2025) (Distance learning) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $4,792.00 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Restriction
- MELX 404
- Limited to
- BMLSc
- Eligibility
Available to students who have passed all second- and third-year Medical Laboratory Science Papers.
- Contact
- Teaching staff
Paper Convenor: Kim Hughes
Supervisor: Clinical diagnostic laboratory staff- Paper Structure
- Key Modules:
- Molecular diagnostic basic equipment and processes
- Molecular diagnostic basic test procedures
- Molecular diagnostic specialised investigations
- Teaching Arrangements
This Distance Learning paper is taught remotely.
This paper is a 15-week, distance-taught placement in a clinical diagnostic laboratory within New Zealand.
- Textbooks
- Textbooks are not required for this paper.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the paper will:
- Understand the basic theory behind the methodologies used in molecular diagnostics
- Gain in-depth practical knowledge of these techniques and how to troubleshoot them