MLS 4335C - Hemostasis and Thrombosis for the MLT to MLS track

Institution:

The University of West Florida

Subject:

Description:

Role of blood vessels, platelets and coagulation factors in normal hemostasis. Platelet morphology and function, laboratory tests for evaluation of platelets, and platelet disorders. Study of coagulation factors, coagulation pathways, and inherited and acquired coagulation disorders. Normal fibrinolysis and disorders of fibrinolysis. Physiologic and pathologic coagulation inhibitors and their role in normal and abnormal hemostasis. Diagnosis and management of hemorrhagic diseases. Thrombotic disorders and their management by anticoagulant therapy and fibrinolytic therapy. Correlation of lab findings to various disease conditions is stressed. Students will perform virtual laboratory activities and interpret laboratory data. Permission is required.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

uwf.edu

Phone Number:

(850) 474-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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