MLS - 510 Hematology I

This course is designed to introduce basic hematologic concepts and clinical applications. These concepts and applications will be applied to the discussion of erythrocytes and leukocytes. Erythrocyte topics include: Venipuncture, complete blood counts (CBCs), hemopoietic theory, erythrocyte metabolism and hemoglobin synthesis, introduction to erythrocyte dyscrasias including anemias of various disease etiologies, hemoglobinopathies and thalassemias. Leukocyte topics include: Leukopoiesis, FAB classifications of leukemias, leukocyte dyscrasias of various etiologies and lymphomas of various origins. Laboratory sessions included. Prerequisite: Departmental permission. Credit Hours: (5)