Course Description:
This course provides an introduction to histopathology, focusing on tissue structure, disease mechanisms, and diagnostic techniques. Students will learn about tissue preparation, staining methods, and the role of histopathology in clinical diagnosis and medical research.
Objectives
- Understand histopathology principles, tissue collection, and processing.
- Recognize tissue structures and identify disease-related changes.
- Utilize microscopy for tissue analysis and diagnosis.
- Appreciate histopathology's role in clinical practice and research.
Key Topics
- Introduction to Histopathology: Role of histopathology, microscopy basics, and lab setup.
- Tissue Preparation & Staining: Fixation, embedding, sectioning, and common staining methods (H&E, special stains, IHC).
- Microscopic Examination: Tissue structures (epithelial, connective, muscular, nervous) and cellular identification.
- Histopathology of Diseases: Neoplastic, inflammatory, infectious, degenerative, vascular, and autoimmune disorders.
- Histopathology by Organ Systems: Skin, lung, GI tract, kidney, cardiovascular, and endocrine diseases.
- Advanced Techniques: Immunohistochemistry, molecular pathology, digital pathology.
- Diagnostic Reporting: Grading, staging, and communicating histopathological findings.
- Case Studies: Real clinical case analysis and practical lab work.
Assessment:
- Quizzes & Exams
- Laboratory Practicals
- Case Study Presentations
- Research Project
Target Audience
- Medical students, laboratory technicians, and researchers interested in histopathology