- Docente: Angela Chiereghin
- Credits: 1
- SSD: MED/07
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: Single cycle degree programme (LMCU) in School of Dentistry (cod. 8204)
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course, the student will know the main tests of the microbiological diagnosis.
Course contents
Biological matrices
Identification of microorganisms by microscopic and culture methods
Determination of antibiotic resistance
Molecular methods (end-point PCR, singleplex and multiplex real-time PCR)
Viral genome sequencing
Detection of viral antigens by immunochromatographic tests
Cell culture
Serological assays
Immunological assays
Readings/Bibliography
Updated teaching materials are provided online.
Teaching methods
Practical activity in small groups to be carried out in the laboratory.
As concerns the teaching methods of this course, all students must attend Module 1, 2 [https://www.unibo.it/en/services-and-opportunities/health-and-assistance/health-and-safety/online-course-on-health-and-safety-in-study-and-internship-areas] online, while Module 3 on health and safety is to be attended in class. Information about Module 3 attendance schedule is available on the website of your degree programme.
Assessment methods
Verification tests are performed during laboratory activities.
Teaching tools
Instrumentation and reagents present in the laboratory.
Office hours
See the website of Angela Chiereghin