Clinical Hematology
General
Prefix
MLS
Course Number
401
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Health and Wellness Professions
Description
Theory of blood cell formation; hematological diseases, hemostasis; microscopic examination of blood and bone marrow; experience with hematological instruments and techniques which determine major hematologic and clotting parameters. Lab. Requirement: acceptance into internship program.
Credits
Min
1
Max
8
Repeatable
Yes
Number Of Repeats
12
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Perform and interpret normal and abnormal hematology and coagulation results using manual procedures, instrumentation, standards, controls and computer applications during pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic phases of testing.
Outcome
Recognize unexpected results and instrument malfunction and determine appropriate action to correct and validate.
Outcome
Correlate laboratory results to disease processes and determine related physiology.
Outcome
Evaluate quality control values and recommend necessary actions.