Area: | School of Biomedical Science |
Credits: | 12.5 |
Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Tutorial: | 1 x 0.5 Hours Weekly |
Practical: | 1 x 1.5 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 302430 (v.1) Haematology 231 or any previous version
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Syllabus: | A study of blood counts, peripheral blood and bone marrow smears for the clinical laboratory investigation of common haematological disorders, including haemolytic anaemia and leukaemia. Blood transfusion practice including serological techniques, ABO/Rhesus blood grouping, antibody identification, compatibility testing and other blood groups. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will have - Designed and developed practical skills and interpreted laboratory measurements for the diagnosis of common haematological disorders. Understanding of good laboratory practice and be able to demonstrate knowledge of common diagnostic procedures in the discipline of haematology. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Yates, P. and Linch, D. (1996). Haematology Colour Atlas, Williams and Wilkins. Harmening, D.M. (1994). Modern Blood Banking and Transfusion Practices. (3rd edition), FA Davis Co. |
Unit Texts: | Rodak, B.F. (2002). Haematology:Clinical Principles and Applications. (second edition). , WB Saunders Co. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Practical test 20%, Theory test 20%, Examinations 65%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 60100 Medical Studies (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 3 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Informational | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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