Karen Matejka
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ATS Full Lecturer, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry - Laboratory Medicine & Pathology Dept
- kmatejka@ualberta.ca
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Dr. Karen Matejka is currently appointed as ATS Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology in the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry.Courses
LABMP 583 - Molecular Diagnostics: Laboratory Techniques
This laboratory course covers topics including specimen handling, safety, manipulation of RNA/DNA, separation and detection, nucleic acid amplification, assay design and troubleshooting, DNA sequencing and microarrays. This course is designed primarily for students enrolled in the Specialization in Molecular Diagnostics program, or by permission from the Department. Prerequisite LABMP 580 and 582.
LABMP 586 - Molecular Diagnostics: Cytogenetic Techniques
This laboratory simulation course covers topics including specimen preparation, culture, harvest, slide preparation and staining. This course will focus on the analysis of constitutive and somatic abnormalities and the correct utilization of ISCN nomenclature. This course will utilize an external online platform for karyotyping. This course is designed primarily for students enrolled in the Specialization in Molecular Diagnostics program, or by permission from the Department. Prerequisite: LABMP 584 and 585.
MLSCI 400 - Rural Clinical Laboratory Practicum
A full-time, unpaid professional practicum of 37.75 hours per week for two weeks in a clinical laboratory in rural Alberta. This course provides students with the opportunity to gain additional practical experience in the laboratory as well as experience the benefits and challenges of rural healthcare delivery. This course is limited to students who have successfully completed year three of the Medical Laboratory Science program with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Students must arrange placement with the course coordinator. Placements are subject to site availability.