Hematology and Hemostasis (BIOL 417A)
Term: 2022-2023 School Year Spring Semester
Schedule
Mon, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (1/17/2023 - 5/12/2023) Location: TO LIB 418
Description
This course consists of the study of the formed elements of the blood as seen normally and in the diseased states.Practicum includes manual techniques and automated methods. Included in the course is the study of anemia and red blood cell disorders, leukemia and other white blood cell disorders as well as bone marrow interpretation. Extensive use made of digital images, and slide collections aid in the correlation of test result to disease diagnosis. Hemostasis includes clinical bleeding and clotting problems and consists of routine procedures as well as special procedures such as platelet aggregation and factor analysis. Problem solving is emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program.