Unit Code: MLS601

Unit Name: Blood Donation and Transfusion

Description: The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the clinical area of blood banking; the course covers principles of antigen on red blood cells and antibodies in serum of blood. This course also covers blood typing and other basic immune haematological procedures and compatibility theory. Technical methods of antiglobulin testing and blood transfusion preparation. Practical sessions for each topic is described in the practical manual, a companion to course descriptor. There is a must pass (50%) in the practical examination in the continuous assessment.

Learning Target Outcomes: On successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Outline the history of transfusion medicine and blood banking. \" 2. Evaluate reagents, anticoagulants and potentiators used in blood banking. 3. Explain quality assurance and ethical issues arising in transfusion medicine. 4. Discuss donor recruitment, blood donation and ethics in donor selection. \" 5. Compare types of blood and component collection techniques. 6. Describe blood components and indication of usage.

Prerequisite: Pass in the BMLS Year 1

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 15

Offered In: Semester 1