IMMUNOHEMATOLOGY

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In this course, the student will learn about the study of blood groups, components used in a transfusion, their collection and storage of these. It includes the use of each of the components according to the patient’s condition. Includes discussion and investigation of adverse reactions of transfusion. It encompasses the HLA System and its clinical significance, newborn hemolytic anemia and autoimmune conditions, among others. The ethical and medical legal aspects in transfusion services will be emphasized. The student will practice in the laboratory area some of the functions performed by the Medical Technologist in the blood . The course consist s of 27 hours of lecture and 18 hours of laboratory.