MLAB 1415 Hematology
 

Hematology

Course Description

Introduction to the theory and practical application of routine and special hematology procedures, both manual and automated; red blood cells and white blood cells maturation sequences, and normal and abnormal morphology and associated diseases.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course the student should be able to:

  • Perform basic laboratory techniques used in the hematology section.
  • Identify principles and procedures of hematology tests to include sources of error and clinical significance of results.
  • Evaluate normal and abnormal erythrocyte morphology and related diseases.
  • Evaluate normal and abnormal leukocyte morphology and related diseases.
  • Perform routine hematology tests to include a CBC and peripheral smear evaluation.