This is an online educational commentary in Chemistry offering 1.0 continuing education (CME/CMLE) credit that can be used to fulfill CC Part II and CMP requirements. This educational commentary is provided through our affiliation with the American Proficiency Institute (API). Faculty/Authors Corey Swackhammer, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM MBCMAssistant Professor, Clinical Laboratory Science ProgramDept of Laboratory Science and Primary Care, School of Health ProfessionsTexas Tech University Health Sciences CenterPhysician Competencies: Patient Care, Medical KnowledgePhysician Competencies: 1.0 Estimated Completion Time: 1 hour Format: Online Educational Activity and Post Exam
Default Credit Type: None (You must meet the eligibility requirements in order to obtain CME credit.)
Instructions
To claim CME/CMLE credit for the exercise, do the following:
Technical Considerations
Release Date: 1/1/2022 Review Date:Expiration Date: 12/31/2024
describe the basic anatomy of the hepatic system, including anatomic location as well as the macroscopic and microscopic structures;
describe the basic functions of the liver on a large scale as well as its participation in other physiologic functions;
evaluate basic testing strategies used to assess the health of the hepatic system; and
classify the type of hepatic function that is evaluated through laboratory testing for the liver.