2020-2021 Catalog

BIO 323 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

4 units

Prerequisite

BIO 130 and BIO 105 or BIO 115

Corequisite

BIO 323L

Core Requirements Met

  • Laboratory Science