MLT 205 - Clinical Hematology

4 credit hours - 45 lecture and 30 laboratory; one term.
Demonstrate understanding of hemostasis, hematopoiesis, cell morphology, cell reproduction, and pathology. Recognize correlations of morphology and cell indices as related to healthy states and to blood dyscrasias. In college laboratory, perform both differentiation and manual and automated cell count tests. Lab fee $285.

Prerequisite(s): MLT 101 with a grade of C or better, or permission of the Department Chair.

Crosslisted: Also offered as MLT 205H ; credit not given for both MLT 205 and MLT 205H .

Note: Typically offered at MC and OL; fall term.

Course Outcomes:

Describe the function of hematopoetic system and process.
Perform hematological testing procedures.
Calculate components of complete blood count to determine blood indices.
Discuss nonmalignant disorders of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
Articulate testing modalities for blood cells.
Describe the intrinsic and extrinsic pathways in hemostasis and disease conditions related to hemostasis.
Describe methods for accuracy in testing.
Document results accurately and report abnormal results appropriately.