MLS 4400 - Immunohematology II

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Medical Lab Science

Description:

Required course for students admitted to the Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science professional program. Continued study of the science of antigen and antibody reactions and blood group systems, emphasizing decision-making and problem-solving skill development with application to blood banking practices and transfusion therapy services. Lab fee required. Science professional program. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $151 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Follow through with appropriate quality assurance activities, including quality control protocols and safety practices, as a foundation for exemplary patient care. 2. Correctly use conventional medical terminology and immunohematology-specific nomenclature to effectively report test results. 3. Evaluate quality control data and use the results to validate blood bank testing outcomes. 4. Question inconsistent test data in order to ensure reporting of valid results. 5. With minimal supervision, competently perform a full range of assays, procedures and protocols that facilitate the safe, timely, and effective transfusion of blood and/or blood products. 6. Synthesize knowledge of immunohematology and transfusion practices, from basic facts, policies, protocols, and procedures to complete theories, to analyze case studies and propose valid solutions to complex antibodies problems. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science professional program. FA

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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