Immunohematology
Corequisites: MLS 460L.
This course focuses on principles of antigen/antibody reactions and their relevance to Immunohematology. The ABO and Rh systems, major blood group systems, regulation, common procedures, adverse reactions, and donation of blood components are all studied as integral parts to the practice of transfusion medicine. This course will prepare students for a clinical practicum in Immunohematology.
Outcomes: Apply theoretical Immunohematology concepts in the technical evaluation of the antigen and antibody characteristics of blood group systems; Evaluate ABO/Rh blood groups and resolve discrepancies utilizing forward and reverse blood typing of test samples; Solve simple and complex antibody identifications, including identification of multiple antibodies; Analyze the roles and responsibilities of the transfusion service within the healthcare system, including donor screening, blood component selection, transfusion support, and specialized testing for maternal, neonatal, and other special patient populations.
This course focuses on principles of antigen/antibody reactions and their relevance to Immunohematology. The ABO and Rh systems, major blood group systems, regulation, common procedures, adverse reactions, and donation of blood components are all studied as integral parts to the practice of transfusion medicine. This course will prepare students for a clinical practicum in Immunohematology.
Outcomes: Apply theoretical Immunohematology concepts in the technical evaluation of the antigen and antibody characteristics of blood group systems; Evaluate ABO/Rh blood groups and resolve discrepancies utilizing forward and reverse blood typing of test samples; Solve simple and complex antibody identifications, including identification of multiple antibodies; Analyze the roles and responsibilities of the transfusion service within the healthcare system, including donor screening, blood component selection, transfusion support, and specialized testing for maternal, neonatal, and other special patient populations.