MLT 223 - Immunohematology Lab

Institution:

Columbus State Community College

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Description:

MLT 223 presents the actual hands on (laboratory) portion of Immunohematology to teach the laboratory skills needed to accurately perform, interpret, and report the routine serological procedures used in pretransfusion testing according to AABB (American Association of Blood Banks) standards. These procedures include: ABO and Rh phenotyping, antibody screening, and the proper selection and crossmatching of donor blood. Also included is laboratory application of other common blood group systems, identification of unexpected antibodies, and resolution of the most commonly encountered serological difficulties. In addition, students perform and interpret case studies involving the investigation of transfusion reactions, Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn, and the administration of Rh Immune Globulin.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.cscc.edu/

Phone Number:

(614) 287-5353

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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