Title: Correlate basic human anatomy and physiology to specimen collection.
Course: Medical Laboratory Technology I (14102-I) > Section: Understanding the Basics of Specimen Collection

Correlation should include planes of the body and the structure and function of the following body systems:

- Circulatory
- Digestive
- Endocrine
- Gastrointestinal
- Integumentary
- Lymphatic
- Muscular
- Nervous
- Reproductive
- Respiratory
- Skeletal
- Renal (Urinary)

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important for a medical laboratory professional to understand the planes of the body?
- Why is it often said that the integumentary system is the body's first line of defense? How does this concept relate to medical laboratory technology?
- What are the purposes of red blood cells? White blood cells? Platelets?
- How does the blood travel through the body?
- What component of a red blood cell helps maintain the blood-oxygen level?
- How do blood tests help diagnose certain conditions or diseases?
- Why is kidney function essential for healthy production of urine?
- Why is liver function essential?
- Why is this information useful to medical laboratory professionals?