MLS 370. Immunohematology I

Credits: 4

This course is an introduction to the basic principles and procedures of Blood Bank and Transfusion Medicine. The course covers the fundamentals of blood group immunology, pre-transfusion testing of patient and donor blood for compatibility. The student will also learn red blood cell antibody/antigen interaction and their properties in clinically significant blood group systems. The course covers testing such as ABO/Rh typing, antibody detection and identification, autoimmune hemolytic anemias, and hemolytic disease of the newborn. The student will learn about the collection of blood products and their use in transfusion medicine, including storage, testing for infectious agents, and utilization. The course will also cover regulations and medical, legal, and ethical aspects of transfusion services. Prerequisites: BY 330 and BY 331.
Course Fee: $100.00
Offered: On Campus