Medical Laboratory Technician Topic: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) Relate topic some way to the laboratory and laboratory testing. Use at least three credible resources that are related to the t

Medical Laboratory Technician

Topic: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

Relate topic some way to the laboratory and laboratory testing.

Use at least three credible resources that are related to the topic and cite sources using APA style.

Resource used should be current within the last five years and from different journals.

Reason for topic choose; My cousin passed away from leukemia just in case you would want to include it in the paper

Research paper

Once you have identified your three (or more) resources, you will write a paper using your proper resources. The written work should be your own, not copied from the articles. Do not plagiarize sections of the articles – you must give credit to the author if you use any of his/her work in your summary. Summarize the parts of the articles that relate directly to your topic in a 3-5 page typed report. (Use 12-point type and 1-inch margins.) You may include information about why you chose this particular topic, compare or contrast the articles, and tell how the topic relates to the lab.  If describing a disease state, outline your paper to indicate disease symptoms, laboratory testing associated, and possible treatment or outcomes.  Include an APA title page and attach a bibliography of your sources. Please note that the 3-5 page requirement does not include your title or bibliography pages. Please note that this paper does not require an abstract.

Rubrics

Criteria Excellent (3 points) Good (2 points) Poor (1 point)

Content (40 %)

Content is comprehensive and accurate with a strong lead. Major points are stated clearly and are well supported. Content and purpose of the writing are clear.

Content is not comprehensive. Strong lead sentence, major points are addressed, but not well supported. Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought.

Content is incomplete. Major points are not clear and/or persuasive.

Organization & Structure (15%)

Structure of the article review is clear and easy to follow. Flow of ideas are fluid and logical.

Structure of the article is not that easy to follow. Paragraph transitions need some improvement.

Organization and structure detract from the content. Article is disjointed and lack transition of thoughts.

Format and Punctuation (15%)

Article follows APA designated guidelines. Article is the appropriate length as described for the assignment. Very few or no faults with respect to spelling/accentuation or punctuation.

Article follows most of the guidelines. Occasional faults in spelling/accentuation or punctuation.

Article lacks many elements of the correct format. Frequent errors in spelling/accentuation or punctuation. Article is inadequate /excessive in length.

Grammar & Vocabulary (15%)

Rules of grammar and usage are followed. Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure. Strong use of descriptive vocabulary.

Article contains few grammatical errors. Vocabulary somewhat limited.

Article contains numerous grammatical errors.

References (15%)

3 refereed journal references within the last 5 years, approved websites only. All articles attached with final bibliography.

2 refereed journal references within the last 5 years, approved websites only. Incomplete documentation either article not attached or missing the final bibliography.

1 refereed journal references within the last 5 years, approved websites only. No documentation of articles or a final bibliography.