Overview of Clinical Characteristics

How to Subscribe
MLS & MLT Comprehensive CE Package
Includes 176 CE courses, most popular
$109Add to cart
Pick Your Courses
Up to 8 CE hours
$55Add to cart
Individual course$25Add to cart
Need multiple seats for your university or lab? Get a quote
The page below is a sample from the LabCE course Laboratory Diagnosis of Cystic Fibrosis. Access the complete course and earn ASCLS P.A.C.E.-approved continuing education credits by subscribing online.

Learn more about Laboratory Diagnosis of Cystic Fibrosis (online CE course)
Overview of Clinical Characteristics

CF is characterized by viscous secretions affecting the lungs, pancreas, sweat glands, small intestines, liver, and reproductive system. Most CF patients demonstrate chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pancreatic insufficiency, and elevated sweat electrolytes. CF is also associated with male infertility.

4. NIH. "Cystic Fibrosis Symptoms." National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. March 2022, https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/cystic-fibrosis/symptoms