Every other Thursday 1-5:30pm
1/15, 1/29, 2/12, 2/26,
3/19, 4/2, 4/16, 4/30
This course provides an introduction to basic genetics and the nature of the immune system as it relates to immunohematology. It looks at blood-related antigens and antibodies encountered in the clinical lab, along with their relationship to safe transfusion of blood and its components. Laboratory exercises include all the commonly performed immunohematology procedures.
MEDT 1104 with a grade of C or better - Must be completed prior to taking this course.
Course Alignment
General Education Outcomes are the knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and behaviors that students are expected to develop as a result of their overall experiences with any aspect of the college, including courses, programs, and student services, both inside and outside of the classroom. The General Education Outcomes specifically learned in this course are:
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Responsibility
Faculty Contact Information
Monday & Wednesday 1-2:30
Available by appointment via zoom or in person
Course Information
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Perform with accuracy the analytical tests required in this course, using quality control procedures and safety techniques.
- Recognize limitation or sources of error for the analytical tests taking corrective action when indicated and using problem solving skills to integrate laboratory data for patient results..
- Describe blood group genetics, characteristics of the blood group systems, and the principles of immunology as they relate to immunohematology.
- Describe donor blood component collection, preparation, storage, and indications for use.
- Demonstrate professional conduct and Interpersonal communication skills. Behave in a social manner by working well with others.
- Quality Assurance and Regulation
- Immunology and Genetic Principles
- Blood Bank Reagents
- ABO and H Blood Group Systems and Secretor Status
- Rh System
- Other Blood Group Systems (Kell, Duffy, Kidd, Lutheran, P, MNSs, Lewis, I, Misc.)
- Antibody Detection and Identification
- Compatibility Testing
- Adverse Complications of Transfusions
- Hemolytic Disease of the Fetus and Newborn
- Donor Selection and Phlebotomy Testing of Donor Blood
- Blood Component Preparation and Therapy
- Transfusion Therapy in Selected Patients
- Blood Bank Automation
Basic and Applied Concepts of Blood Banking and Transfusion Practices, 5th Edition, Paula Howard
KCC Blood Bank Lab Manual
Lab Coat
Closed Toe Shoes
Evaluation
A. Written examinations 65%
B. Final examination 10%
C. Laboratory procedures/questions 15%
D. Assignments 10%
Grading Scale
A: 93-100
B: 84-92
C: 75-83
NOTE: A MINIMUM OF 75% MUST BE MAINTAINED TO RETAIN ELIGIBILITY FOR THE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
Health Careers
Dean, Brad Wood; 815-802-8815; M107; bwood@kcc.edu; Division Office – W102; 815-802-8800
Course Policies
1. Completed assignments are due on the required date. If an assignment cannot be completed, arrangements can be made at the discretion of the faculty. Late assignments are subject to 10% reduction in grade and will only be accepted within one week of the due date. A grade of zero will be given for any assignments turned in more than one week late. Consistent submission of late assignments will be addressed with further warning.
2. It will be the student’s responsibility to bring to the instructor’s attention the fact they have a test, a laboratory exercise, or quiz to make-up. Check the course online content modules or calendar for specfic dates.
3. All online quizzes and tests must be made-up at the discretion of the faculty.
4. Students are to keep in contact with the online course. The Faculty has the option to:
a. Alter the required due date or time of the assignment.
b. Maintain the required due date or time of the assignment.
c. Lower the grade of late assignments, and exams by ten percentage points if they are overdue by not more than one week.
d. Alter the assignment.
5. Students are required to log on daily and view the units of instruction assigned each week. This is an individual responsibility of all students and should be taken into consideration in establishing priorities of time. In order to be successful in this program, students are expected to spend a minimum of 8 hours per week per course viewing, reading, and completing assignments.
6. Student Laboratory Sessions – Students are required to attend 4.5 hours biweekly lab sessions. All missed lab sessions must be made up with permission of the instructor and at the time and day agreeable with the instructor. 5 points will automatically be deducted for a make-up lab.
7. The instructor is to be notified before class should you need to miss a lab period.
8. Only one (1) excusable absence is allowed per semester. Excusable absences constitute the following: sickness documented by a physician, a death in the family, or workshops/eld trips and seminars.
9. Beyond one day, absences per semester are considered unexcused and zero’s will be given.
10. Late attendance (past 10 minutes of lab start time) will have a 5 point deduction of the lab grade.
11. Preparation for labs is required. Assessment of this will be done either using a quiz or random drawing of students’ names and asking questions. A compilation of points will be made throughout the semester and totaled for a “lab preparation” score.
12. In the event of an emergency college closing when a lab is scheduled, the lab session will need to be made up within a week when the classroom is available and at the discretion of the instructor.
13. Students caught using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids during any academic exercise or examination, an F will automatically be given for the course
Module 1
Weeks 1-3
Chapter 1: Quality Assurance and Regulation of the Blood Industry and Safety Issues in Blood Bank
Chapter 2: Immunology: Basic Principles and Applications in the Blood Bank
Chapter 3: Blood Banking Reagents: Overview and Applications
Exam 1
Module 2
Weeks 4-6
Chapter 4: Genetic Principles in Blood Banking
Chapter 5: ABO and H Blood Group Systems and Secretor Status
Chapter 6: Rh Blood Group System
Exam 2
Module 3
Weeks 7-8
Chapter 7: Other Red Cell Blood Group Systems, HLA and Platelet Antigens Exam 3
Module 4
Weeks 9-10
Chapter 8: Antibody Detection and Id
Chapter 9: Compatibility Testing
Exam 4
Module 5
Week 11-12
Chapter 11: Adverse Complications of Transfusions
Chapter 12: Hemolytic Disease of The Fetus and Newborn
Exam 5
Module 6
Week 13-15
Chapter 13: Donor Selection and Phlebotomy
Chapter 14: Testing of Donor Blood
Chapter 15: Blood Component Preparation and Therapy
Chapter 16: Transfusion Therapy in Selected Patients
Exam 6
Module 7
Week 16 Blood Bank Automation
No Exam
Final Exam
College Policies, Resources and Supports
For information related to the Student Code of Conduct Policy, Withdrawal Policy, Email Policy, and Non- Attendance/Non-Participation Policy, please review the college’s Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations webpage, which can be found at catalog.kcc.edu under the Academic Regulations & Conduct Guide.
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- Clubs and organizations
- Counseling and referral services
- Office of disability services
- Student complaint policy
- Transfer services
- Tutoring services, etc.
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