MDTC 431 - Introduction to Transfusion Services

3 Hour(s) Credit
Lecture and laboratory related to the study of blood group antigens, antibodies and transfusion therapy. Topics include antigen typing, atypical antibody identification, donor screening and phlebotomy, component preparation and therapy, cell metabolism and preservation, HLA typing and paternity testing, quality control, hazards of transfusion and medicolegal issues.
Two hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisites MDTC 301, MDTC 331 or permission of instructor.