Clinical Immunohematology II

Catalog description

Covers advanced topics in immunohematology, including complex antibody identification, special blood group systems, compatibility testing challenges, transfusion reactions, and hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn. Foundational concepts from the introductory course will be reviewed to support understanding of more complex material. Students will learn approaches for troubleshooting unusual serologic results and review the standards and regulations that guide blood bank practices. By the end of the course, students should understand how to evaluate complex cases and apply appropriate methods to support safe transfusion services. Graded on A-F basis only. Credit Hour s : 2 Prerequisites: Restricted to Medical Laboratory Science Program students