MLAB 2431 - Immunohematology

Institution:

Laredo Community College

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Description:

Astudy of blood antigens and antibodies. Performance of routine blood banking procedures, including blood group and Rh typing, antibody screens antibody identification, cross matching, elution and absorption techniques. Learning Outcomes: The student will exhibit knowledge of blood group genetics, characteristics of the blood group systems, and the principle of immunology as they relate to immunohematology; evaluate the suitability of clinical specimens; list the requirements for the donation of blood; and describe the preparation, storage, and use of blood components. Using critical thinking skills, the student will evaluate laboratory test outcomes; select additional procedures to be performed; and correlate test results with patient conditions. The student will describe the principles of and perform routine blood bank tests, including blood group and Rh typing, antibody screen, antibody identification, and cross matching. Co-requisite: MLAB 1335.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.laredo.edu

Phone Number:

(956) 721-5394

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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