1 to 10 credits
Spring 2025Credit By ExaminationDepartmental CreditFull-Time PrivilegesUpper DivisionA review of serologic principles and technical fundamentals of transfusion practice; a comprehensive consideration of all blood groups, with emphasis on ABO and Rh-Hr blood group systems. Extensive practice is gained in pre-transfusion techniques and antibody identification in the laboratory. Other blood types and antigen-antibody relationships are taught in laboratory and lectures. Also included are blood donor room procedures; preparation of blood components; correlation of blood component therapy with disease states; quality control of all reagents, procedures, and equipment used; and laboratory safety measures, all of which offer the best patient care and protection of laboratory personnel.
Course HSCI 454 from Purdue University - West Lafayette.