•   Biochemical Bioanalysis 2 BAA23BI02-3001 24.02.2025-30.03.2025  3 credits  (BL23F-V) +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    The students
    - have fundamental knowledge about the analysis of biomolecules in connection to diseases in different organs, such as the liver, kidneys, lungs, pancreas and the thyroid, as well as digestive-, reproductive-, and circulatory organs
    - are familiar with common metabolic, secretory and hormonal disorders
    - are familiar with preanalytical factors within bioanalysis
    - have knowledge of different analytical metods within biochemical bioanalysis
    - understand the meaning of laboratory results within biochemical bioanalysis
    - master fundamental terminology of clinical biochemistry
    - are able to use central sources of information and scientific publications concerning methods, reference ranges, illness diagnostics and current research related to biochemical bioanalysis
    - are prepared to improve the quality of and consider sustainable development for bioanalysis
    Prerequisites
    Biochemistry
    Content of the study unit
    Analysis of biomolecules in connection to diseases in different organs
    Metabolic, secretory and hormonal disorders
    Terminology
    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)
    Inadequate knowledge of the subject
    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)
    Exam
    answers depend heavily on words and expressions found in the literature
    has superficial knowledge of the subject, but shows a basic understanding of the subject

    Written assignment
    The student has partially followed the instructions for the written assignment. The student shows limited to a deficient knowledge of the knowledge of the substance.
    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)
    Exam
    can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
    can give an independent account of the literature
    understands most of the topic
    presents independent views and can apply ideas to analogous situations
    can motivate some of their claims and positions
    can give some own examples

    Written assignment
    The student has mostly followed the instructions for the written assignment and has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited. The student can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar.
    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)
    Exam
    has in-depth knowledge of the subject
    can analyze and interpret subject facts
    master the subject versatile
    has a broad grasp of the subject
    presents original and apposite examples

    Written assignment
    The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Camilla Ribacka

    Learning material

    Burtis, Ashwood & Burns. Tietz Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry. Saunders
    Murphy, Srivastava, and Deans. Clinical Biochemistry. Elsevier
    Scientific articles
    Lecture material

    Learning methods

    Lectures, tasks and discussions.
    Selfstudies.

    Objects, timing and methods of assessment

    Written examination and mandatory task
    Course grade 0-5

    Teaching language

    English

    Timing

    24.02.2025 - 30.03.2025

    Enrollment date range

    02.12.2024 - 23.02.2025

    Group(s)
    • BL23F-V
    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Health and Welfare

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Camilla Ribacka

    Additional information

    Additional information on the Moodle page of the course

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science

    RDI share

    0.00 credits

    Share of online studies

    1.00 credits

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

    Examination

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    Course examination 26.03.2025
    Re-examination 09.05.2025, 23.05.2025 and 12.09.2025

    Timing and attendance

    Spring 2025 according to the schedule

    Student's schedule and workload

    Lectures and examination 21 h, self studies and digital teaching methods 60 h

    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)

    Inadequate knowledge of the subject

    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

    Weak knowledge of the subject

    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

    Good knowledge of the subject

    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

    Excellent knowledge of the subject