MLTC 2120 — - Hematology
The study of the structure and function of blood and its role in health and disease is presented. Red blood cells, white blood cells and coagulation factors including platelets are observed and discussed. The classification of leukemias, anemias and other hematological disorders is studied. Development of skills in manual and automated laboratory procedures is stressed. Laboratory procedures include coagulation studies, manual and automated red blood cell, white blood cell and platelet counting and enumeration of special cells. Films of normal and abnormal peripheral blood are examined. Note: Students must be enrolled in the Medical Laboratory Technology program to register for this course. Lecture: 2 hours, Lab: 6 hours