BIOS 2660 - Hematology

4.5 Credits

Students learn basic concepts of hematology such as overall blood composition and the morphology and function of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Students learn to identify various formed elements using microscopy, perform routine hematology tests, standard calculations and analysis, and explore the clinical significance of abnormal values. Students acquire good laboratory practices, basic measurement methods, and communication skills important in a laboratory setting and visit a clinical laboratory.

Prerequisites: (2) BIOS 1450 and MATH 1425

Lecture Hours: 3.5
Lab Hours: 3.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Explain basic hematology principles.
Demonstrate proficiency in calculations and measurement methods using the metric system.
Demonstrate proper use of the microscope and identify all parts and functions.
List the components of human blood and describe their characteristics, morphology, and function.
Describe the different properties of blood cells that can be measured in a laboratory.
Demonstrate proficiency in skills necessary to perform basic manual hematological laboratory testing and understand the clinical significance of the results.
Identify normal ranges of blood components and explain the significance of high or low levels.
Demonstrate proper use of PPE and identify biohazards and safe practices in the laboratory.
Develop qualities and characteristics of a laboratory professional.

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