6037BMS Clinical Biochemistry and Immunology Assignment

Assignment Task

You are required to interpret a case study by evaluating biochemical data and integrating
this with clinical symptoms. In some cases, the question will ask you to come to a differential diagnosis, while in others, you will be given a diagnosis and need to use the evidence to justify it. Please read the question carefully to ensure you know what you need to do.

Assessed Module Learning Outcomes

The Learning Outcomes for this module align with the marking criteria which can be found at the end of this brief. Ensure you understand the marking criteria to ensure achievement of the assessment task. The following module learning outcomes are assessed in this task:

1. Apply understanding of biochemical and physiological mechanisms to explain the laboratory investigations of biochemical and endocrine parameters, including regard for quality control and quality assurance.

2. Explain, interpret, and critically evaluate laboratory data in patient-based case studies and other problem-based scenarios in clinical biochemistry and immunology.