MLT 215 — Hematology I
Covers hematopoiesis and classic methodologies of standard hematology procedures. Includes the principles of various automated hematology analyzers, histograms and scattergrams. Provides students with the opportunity to perform basic hematology and coagulation procedures, correlate laboratory data to aid in diagnosis, and describe methodology of procedures and their clinical significance. Includes mechanisms of coagulation, routine coagulation testing, disease states associated with coagulation abnormalities, platelet evaluation, fibrinolysis and anticoagulant therapy. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours). Laboratory: 1 credit (60 contact hours).