SBB - 582 Blood Procurement and Blood Product Manufacturing

Focus on theoretical and practical concepts used in blood procurement and product manufacturing. Topics include but are not limited to physiology, composition and function of blood, blood donor suitability, collection, serological testing, transfusion infectious diseases and their testing, component preparation, labeling, storage and distribution. Taught only online. Extensive computer use required. Prerequisites: General knowledge of immunohematology and consent of the instructor. Credit Hours: (3)