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Overview
What you will study
- Staining methods will be discussed in the Laboratory Diagnosis of Malaria course offered by London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine as well as the effects of EDTA and drugs on parasite morphology.
- Parasitaemia counts will also be covered in the practicals along with the use of non-blood film methods of diagnosis, such as rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs), PCR and LAMP.
- Practicals will be complimented with relevant lectures on malaria as a disease, laboratory diagnosis and the role of serology and molecular diagnosis.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- the identification of parasites
- microscopy
- thin and thick blood films
- staining methods
- laboratory diagnosis
- the role of serology
- molecular diagnosis
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 3 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Epidemiology View 13 other Short Courses in Epidemiology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This intensive course is aimed primarily at haematologists and others involved in the laboratory identification of human malaria.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents705 GBP / full≈ 705 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents705 GBP / full≈ 705 GBP / full
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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