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2019-2020 College Catalog 
    
2019-2020 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MLT 231 - Immunohematology/Immunology


5 Credits, 7 Contact Hours (4 lec., 3 lab)

Introduction to basic immunology related to methods utilized in the clinical laboratory. Includes blood collection, blood components, immunology and complement, principles of seriological testing, genetics, blood group systems, antiglobulin testing, gel and solid phase testing, and identification of unexpected antibodies. Also includes neonatal and obstetrical transfusion practice, pre-transfusion compatibility testing, International Society of Blood Transfusion (ISBT) product labeling, adverse effects of blood transfusions, positive direct antiglobulin test (DAT), immune hemolysis, quality assurance, transplantation, and molecular testing.

Prerequisite(s): With a grade of B or better: BIO 205IN , and MAT 151  or assessment intoMAT 189 .
Information: Students must be admitted to the Medical Laboratory Technician program or obtain consent of instructor before enrolling in this course.