9078 (v.6) Haematology 331

Area:

School of Biomedical Science

Credits:

50.0

Contact Hours:

7.0

Lecture:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly

Practical:

1 x 4 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

A comprehensive clinical laboratory study of haemopoiesis, cell metabolism, function, survival and procedures for the investigation of haematological disorders. A detailed study of normal and aberrant haemostasis, platelet function and clinical laboratory investigation of specific disorders. Blood group systems, laboratory investigation of clinically significant antibodies. Case studies. Utilisation, maintenance and calibration of related instrumentation.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have- Developed knowledge of practical expertise by a theoretical and practical study of procedures associated with the laboratory diagnosis of disorders of the blood. Introduction to both theoretical and practical aspects of haematology. Developed skills to competently perform both basic and advanced haematological and blood transfusion serological techniques and be able to apply these investigations to laboratory diagnosis of disorders of the blood. Understanding of the theoretical basis of a variety of haematological disorders and the principles of methods selected to assist diagnosis including result interpretation. Demonstrated good laboratory practice. Demonstrated good skills for the performance and interpretation of haematological laboratory procedures. Understanding of how laboratory measurements are interpreted with respect to the diagnosis of disease. Demonstrated knowledge of advanced aspects relating to theoretical and diagnostic haematology.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Bain, B.J. (1995). Blood Cells - A Practical Guide. (2nd ed). Bates, S.M., Bain, B.J. and Bates, I. (2001), Practical Haematology (9th ed), Dacie and Lewis. McKenzie, S.B. (1996). Textbook of Haematology. (2nd ed).

Unit Texts:

Rodak, B.F., Haematology - Clinical Principles and Applications, (2nd ed), WB Saunders Company. Harmening, D.H. and Davis, F.H., Modern Blood Banking and Transfusion Practices. (4th ed).

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Theory Test 10%, Practical Test 15%, Examinations 75%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Full Year	Y