This program has been approved for 1.5 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE Approval. (20-1196100)

Many of us run blood tests and chemistry profiles daily. Do you really understand what each of these tests indicate and what they mean? This class will go through the most common chemistry tests and explain what each one indicates, how they correlate with other tests, and what they really mean. We will also cover some of the more common tests done in-house for viruses and parasites. Common tests sent out to reference labs will be reviewed as well to complete the course.

Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, the participant should be able to:

• identify common problems associated with in-house testing such ashemolysis, icterus and lipemia.
• identify the common non-enzymatic tests.
• describe what the tests indicate and how they interrelate with other tests.
• identify limitations of some of the tests.
• describe enzymatic tests and how they differ from the non-enzymatic tests.
• identify the causes for enzyme changes in the dog and cat including the organ(s) that produce them and their interrelation to each other.
• identify the function and charge of electrolytes and how they differ from enzymes and by-products.
• describe tests commonly sent out to reference labs including sample preparations and parameters for running the test; including bile acids, cortisol, toxicology, and specific drug testing.
• identify in-house tests as well as those commonly sent out to a reference laboratory such as for bacteria, viruses and parasites.
• describe sample collection and preparation, and the goal of the test.

Level and Prerequisites: This intermediate VSPN CE non-interactive course is focused toward those veterinary personnel who are familiar with laboratory testing and equipment. This course will not cover how to use specific pieces of equipment, but rather help staff identify how to improve sample collection and tests available, and testing procedures to result in more reliable results.

Module 1: Clinical Chemistry (32 minutes)

Module 2: Enzymes and Electrolytes (30 minutes)

Module 3: Serology and Virology (27 minutes)

Module 4: End of Course Test
Successful completion (scoring 80% or better) on the end-of-course test is required to earn a certificate of completion for the course.

Module 5: Course Evaluation
To learn more about the requirements for earning a Self Study CE certificate, please refer to Self Study CE Certificate Requirements.