MLT 2024 - Immunohematology

4 Credits

Identification of blood groups; identification of subgroups of ABO and Rh systems; cross-matching and blood banking techniques in accordance with AABB recommendations; investigation of hemolytic disease of the newborn; antibody detection and identification; donating, processing, and storage of blood.

Lab Fee.

Prerequisite: MLT 1022 Serology/Immunology, MLT 1024 Hematology

Corequisite: MLT 2015 Pathogenic Microbiology, MLT 2032 Clinical Microscopy, MLT 2034 Clinical Chemistry

Course Level Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

Describe the basic principles of and perform the procedures for: *ABO and Rh typing * Indirect and Direct Antiglobulin tests * Antibody Identification/Panel tests *Fetal Screen *Compatibility Testing (PLO1,2,6)
Describe the concept of procedure for, and perform compatibility testing. (PLO 1,6)
Describe donor qualifications. (PLO 9,10)
Discuss, compare and contrast the most commonly used blood components. (PLO 1)
Describe the causes and treatments for HDN. (PLO 1)
List the transfusion reactions covered in this unit and discuss their cause. (PLO 1,6)
Perform a transfusion reaction work-up, evaluate your findings, and propose a course of action. (PLO 1,6)
Discuss and/or perform quality control procedures and recognize their importance in patient care. (PLO 6)
Organize and prioritize tasks, work independently and with others under time constraints, employing problem-solving skills. (PLO 1)
Demonstrate professionalism and integrity in performance of all procedures and in interaction with co-workers and patients. (PLO 3)
Demonstrate, to instructor’s satisfaction, a level of theoretical understanding and technical proficiency in all procedures performed in the student lab sufficient to instruct and/or orient the novice student or instructor. (PLO 6,9)