2018-2019 Catalog

BIO 523 Histology

An introduction to histology. Lectures present the structure and function of cells, tissues, and, organs in healthy and diseased conditions. The laboratory introduces students to preparation of tissue for paraffin, plastic, and cryostat sectioning and examination by light and electron microscopy. Students work on projects of their own choice. Includes one three-hour laboratory per week, plus two hours arranged.

Credits

5 units

Prerequisite

BIO 130; and BIO 105 or BIO 115

Corequisite

BIO 523L

Core Requirements Met

  • Laboratory Science