Medical Biochemical Analysis Department Students Conduct Scientific Visit to Arzhin Private Hospital
On Thursday, February 19, 2026, second-stage students from the Department of Medical Biochemical Analysis carried out an educational field visit to Arzhin Private Hospital as part of their practical training program, under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Abdullah Jawdat.
The students were received by laboratory staff member Nawzad Kako, who guided them through several diagnostic units and provided in-depth explanations of laboratory systems, instrumentation, and daily clinical workflows.
The visit began in the Blood Bank Unit, where students were introduced to the separation and packaging of blood components, including red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells (WBCs), and platelets. Detailed explanations covered storage conditions, preservation techniques, and the use of specialized containers and temperature-controlled systems for each component. Emphasis was placed on maintaining product viability, preventing contamination, and ensuring transfusion safety. Students also observed how blood products are labeled, organized, and monitored before clinical use.
The students were then introduced to the COBAS e411 immunoassay analyzer, where they learned about its applications in hormonal analysis, viral screening, vitamin measurement, and enzyme testing, including CK-MB. Further explanations covered COBAS clinical chemistry systems used for Liver Function Tests (LFT), Renal Function Tests (RFT), electrolyte measurements, and other routine biochemical investigations.
In the Microbiology Unit, students received demonstrations of the VITEK system for automated bacterial identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing, as well as the Bac-let blood culture device used to detect microbial growth in blood samples. These sessions highlighted the role of automation in improving diagnostic accuracy and turnaround time.
Overall, this scientific visit provided students with valuable hands-on exposure to real hospital laboratory environments.
