Phlebotomy

In this simulation, you will learn how to use the key concepts and lab overview before you begin a laboratory simulation.

In this simulation, you will have the opportunity to perform molecular techniques commonly used in the field of biotechnology to create medically important compounds such as insulin and human growth hormone.


In this simulation, you will complete a differential white blood cell count (DIFF) manually using a prepared blood slide and a brightfield microscope.

In this simulation, you will measure the hematocrit of three blood samples from athletes.

In this simulation, you will measure the hemoglobin content of three blood samples from athletes.

In this simulation, you will apply antibodies to blood samples to determine the ABO and Rh blood types of the samples. 

In this simulation, you will learn to assess cardiac function through electrocardiography (ECG).

In this simulation, you will learn how to assess cardiac function through auscultation (listening) of the heart valves with a stethoscope.

In this simulation, you will investigate how the digestive enzyme amylase depends on pH for its activity.

In this simulation, you will perform and analyze three different rapid testing strategies. While we will practice these tests using the context of SARS-CoV-2, the testing techniques are often adapted for the rapid detection and identification of a large variety of infections, diseases, or conditions.

In this simulation, you will test the effect thyroid hormone has on temperature regulation and oxygen consumption by inhibiting its production with the drug PTU (propylthiouracil).

In this simulation, fish serve as the model organism to observe the effects of insulin and glucose on level of activity and alertness.

In this simulation, you will identify the proper instruments for performing an eye dissection, identify the required steps to complete an eye dissection, perform a coronal cut of a cow eye, and identify the gross anatomy observed during an eye dissection.

In this simulation, you will find the nearest point at which two patients can still view objects clearly.

In this simulation, you will examine three patients to find the angle associated with each patient's astigmatism and determine the refracting power of lens necessary to correct the patients’ vision.

In this simulation, you will learn how to visualize your blind spot by adjusting the position of a test chart until a symbol becomes focused on your blind spot and it disappears from your vision.

In this simulation, you will use the Ishihara color test to determine if the patient has defective color vision and the degree of color vision impairment. If applicable, you will diagnose the patient’s color vision deficiency.

In this simulation, you will observe how a patient's two eyes work together to view and track a close object.

In this simulation, you will learn how to test a patient's eyes to observe the normal reaction of the pupils when exposed to varying levels of light.

In this simulation, you will use the Snellen eye chart to determine each patient’s vision rating. Then, if applicable, you will find the diopter required for a corrective lens prescription that improves the patient’s vision.

In this simulation, you will learn the names of and be able to place the phases of meiosis I and meiosis II into sequence.

In this simulation, you will learn how to read pedigrees and differentiate between autosomal and X-linked inheritance patterns.

In this simulation, you will learn about units of length in the metric system.

In this simulation, you will measure weight using a scale and learn about units of weight in the metric system.

In this simulation, you will learn about units of volume in the metric system.

In this simulation, you will learn about the unit of temperature in the metric system.

In this simulation, you will learn how to correctly switch from the 40X high powered objective lens to the 100X oil immersion lens.

In this simulation, you will create two bacterial strains: one resistant to streptomycin and one sensitive to streptomycin.

In this simulation, you will demonstrate several different monosynaptic reflexes.

In this lab, you will use a bell jar model to simulate the volume and pressure changes that occur during respiration.

In this lab, you will perform spirometry on several patients to perform pulmonary function tests and diagnose pulmonary diseases.

In this simulation you will learn and demonstrate the specific order and timing of required steps that are important to effective hand hygiene as approved by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

In this simulation, you will identify body alignment and posture techniques, use proper body mechanics when lifting heavy objects and moving objects and push and pull a patient in a wheelchair using proper body mechanics.

In this simulation, you will identify and select the correct gloves for the assigned task and remove contaminated gloves.

In this simulation, you will identify PPE types and principles, apply a gown, mask, eye protection, and gloves, and remove contaminated PPE.

In this simulation, you will understand the purpose of sterilization equipment, identify the basic rules for autoclaving, prepare a load for the autoclave, and run a load through the autoclave.

In this simulation, you will determine the agonist and antagonist muscles for movements in the shoulder and elbow joints.

In this simulation, you will electrically stimulate a frog’s leg muscle using an electrode.

In this simulation, you will collect animals and plants from a defined area in an ecosystem, bring these organisms to the lab to sort and count them and calculate the Simpson’s biodiversity index.

In this simulation, you will practice the preparation of the major bacterial visualization protocol known as Gram staining.

In this simulation, you will perform a urinalysis of three samples of urine using the dipstick method.

In this simulation, you will measure blood pressure and determine the effect of exercise on blood pressure.

In this simulation, you will weigh an adult patient using pounds to the nearest quarter pound, measure the height of an adult patient using feet and inches, weigh a toddler using pounds to the nearest quarter pound, and measure a toddler’s height using feet and inches.

In this simulation, you will measure body temperature using electronic thermometers in the following body locations: oral, rectal, axillary, tympanic, and temporal.

In this simulation, you will practice reading measurements on a scale and a tape measure, weigh an infant in pounds, measure the length of an infant in inches, and measure the head circumference of an infant

In this simulation, you will use a pulse oximeter to measure the SpO2 and the pulse on two patients.

In this simulation, you will identify and locate various pulse rate locations and count regular and irregular pulse rates at different locations.