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MIC3016: Anatomic Pathology (Core: 3 credits)

Learning Outcomes
1. Apply principles of techniques employed in anatomic pathology and
cytopathology.
2. Perform consistent staining of slides for diagnosis.

Course Synopsis
Students will be taught the scientific basis of standard staining techniques and the
common artifacts and problems encountered due to inappropriate handling and
staining of pathology and cytology specimens.

Practical sessions provide hands-on experience as well as allow the study of the effects
of improper tissues staining

Reference Texts
1. Suvarna KS, Layton C. (2018). Bancroft’s Theory and Practice of Histological
Techniques & Their Diagnostic Application (8 Edition). Churchill Livingstone.
th
2. Behdad Shambayati. (2018). Cytopathology (2 Edition). Oxford University Press.
nd

Course Coordinator
Associate Professor Dr. Ong Kien Chai
kcong@um.edu.my
03-79674799

Course Assessment
Course will be assessed by Continuous Assessment (60%) and a Final Exam (40%)

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