Transfusion Medicine


MLT-127

This course introduces the blood group systems and their applications in transfusion medicine. Emphasis is placed on blood bank techniques including blood grouping and typing, pre-transfusion testing, donor selection and processing, and blood component preparation and therapy. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate theoretical comprehension and application in performing/interpreting routine blood bank procedures and recognizing/resolving common problems.

  • Prerequisite:
    Enrollment in the Medical Laboratory Technology program and MLT-126
  • Corequisite: None
Class Hours 2
Lab Hours 3
Clinic, Coop, or Shop Hours
Credit Hours 3