Course Duration
4 Hours
4 Hours
Course Date
December 1, 2026
December 1, 2026
Time
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Delivery Method
Online via Zoom
Online via Zoom
Speaker:
Dr. Randa M. Farag, PhD – Microbiology (Virology) & Molecular Biology, Academic Trainer.
Dr. Randa M. Farag, PhD – Microbiology (Virology) & Molecular Biology, Academic Trainer.
Course Fee:
SAR 175 instead of SAR 300.
SAR 175 instead of SAR 300.
Certificate:
Certificate of Attendance.
Certificate of Attendance.
Payment Methods:
Installment payments available through Tabby and Tamara.
Installment payments available through Tabby and Tamara.
General Objective
To enable participants to understand the molecular foundations of diagnostics, including nucleic acids, gene structure, and gene expression, as well as the specimen workflow from sample reception through nucleic acid extraction and quality assessment.
The course also connects theoretical concepts to practical laboratory diagnostics, helping participants understand the testing process from specimen reception to genetic material extraction and quality evaluation.
Training Objectives & Course Topics
Nucleic Acids (DNA & RNA) and Gene Structure
40 Minutes
40 Minutes
Gene Expression: From Transcription to Translation
50 Minutes
50 Minutes
Principles of Specimen Selection, Preservation, and Transportation
50 Minutes
50 Minutes
DNA and RNA Extraction: Concentration and Purity Assessment
50 Minutes
50 Minutes
Workshop: Tracking a Specimen from Reception to Extract
50 Minutes
50 Minutes
Total Course Duration
4 Training Hours (240 Minutes).
4 Training Hours (240 Minutes).
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Explain gene structure and the process of gene expression.
Select the appropriate specimen type and preservation medium for the required test.
Describe DNA and RNA extraction steps and the principles behind each method.
Evaluate extract quality in terms of concentration, purity, and integrity.
Identify and prevent potential sources of quality loss before amplification.
What You Will Learn
How genes work and how they relate to diagnostic test results.
Why specimen preservation methods vary depending on the required test.
How DNA and RNA are extracted step by step.
How to assess extract quality before proceeding to the next stage.
How to avoid early-stage errors that may compromise test results.
Target Audience
Medical laboratory specialists and technicians.
Students and graduates of medical sciences, biological sciences, and biotechnology.
New professionals working in molecular diagnostic laboratories.
Free
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