Module Details

Module Code: BIOL7012
Title: Haematology and Transfusion
Long Title: Haematology and Transfusion Sc.
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4211 - Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is an introduction to Haematology and Transfusion Science, providing a foundation in theory and practice for these laboratory disciplines.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe haemopoiesis and the structure and function of the different blood cells.
LO2 Outline the specimen criteria, processing and laboratory procedures used in haematology and transfusion science.
LO3 Explain normal haemostasis and describe basic laboratory coagulation tests.
LO4 Describe blood group antigens, antibodies and blood group serology techniques, and discuss blood donor selection, and blood component preparation.
LO5 Perform core haematology laboratory and blood group serology techniques complying with Health & Safety protocols.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

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Indicative Content
Haematopoiesis
Brief introduction into blood formation and the proliferation, differentiation and maturation of blood cells.
Red Blood Cells
Erythropoiesis, red cell metabolism , red cell membrane. haemoglobin synthesis, structure and function.
White Blood Cells
Leucopoiesis,white blood cells and their structure and function.
Platelets
Thrombopoiesis, Platelet structure and function.
Collection and Handling of blood samples.
Biohazard precautions, phlebotomy, sample types and anticoagulants, the effect of storage on blood.
Reference ranges and normal values
Reference ranges, statistical procedures, normal reference values.
Basic Haematological Techniques
Manual and automated blood counting techniques, automated counting systems, haemoglobinometry.
Preparation and staining methods for blood films
Preparation,staining and examination of blood and bone marrow films. The role of automation staing and examining blood cells.
Blood film examination
Microscopic examination of normal blood cells.
An Introduction to Haemostasis
The components of normal haemostasis.
Investigating Haemostasis
A brief introduction to the laboratory tests used to investigate haemostasis.
An Introduction to Transfusion Science
Immune system, the immune response,immunoglobulins-structure,classes, function,clinical significance. Complement systems, blood groups- Inheritance, biochemistry, clinical and biological importance.
Techniques used in Blood Group Serology
Sensitisation, agglutination, haemolysis, factors affecting the red cell antigen antibody reaction, direct and indirect agglutination techniques, antihuman globulin reagent and antihuman globulin technique.
An Introduction to the ABO Blood Group System
History, inheritance, biochemistry, antigens and antibodies of the ABO blood group system.
An Introduction to the Rh Blood Group System
History, inheritance, biochemistry, antigens and antibodies of the Rh blood group system.
Blood Banking
Role of the National Blood Center. Donor selection, screening and laboratory testing. Blood component preparation.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%
Special Regulation
Students are required to achieve a mark of 40% or greater in the Practical/Skills Evaluation component. Achieving a mark of less than 40 % in this component will require reattendance.

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Haematology and Transfusion
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 35
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Lab reports every second week (15%) and laboratory practical assessment week 13 (20%)
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Haematology and Transfusion Science Every Week 3.00 3
Lab Contact Haematology and Transfusion Science Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Haematology and Transfusion Science Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Hedley Glencross, Nessar Ahmed, Qiuyu Wang. (2016), Biomedical Science Practice, 2nd. Oxford, [ISBN: 9780198717317].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Andrew Blann, Gavin Knight, Gary Moore,. (2016), Haematology, 2nd. Oxford, [ISBN: 9780199668861].
  • Neil Avent. (2017), Transfusion and Transplantation, 2nd. Oxford, [ISBN: 9780198735731].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_SBISC_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Science 4 Mandatory