This course will provide the introduction to the chemistry tests that monitor the processes in the human body. Quality of specimen collected and its effect on the chemistry laboratory results will be examined. The course will cover the theory of the chemistry laboratory procedures conducted. Quality as- surance concepts and quality control procedures will be intro- duced. Point-of-care procedures will be discussed in relation to the current practice for patient care. The course also covers the study and formation of urine, chemical, and microscopic examination. This course also includes an overview of the non-urine analyzed in the clinical laboratory. program.