James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2020
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ML4305 - Immunohaematology
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2020 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
| Administered by: | College of Public Health, Medical & Vet Sciences |
Subject Description
- The subject develops skills and knowledge required for proficiency in the safe supply of human blood products. A review of antibody antigen interaction will lead into the practical application of antibody screening, identification and compatibility testing. Quality assurance and safety of the blood supply will be covered. Case study presentation will lead the student through problem solving incompatible reactions, situations they will likely encounter in a working laboratory. Advanced techniques and current developments in stem cell transplants and cord blood banking will also be discussed.
Learning Outcomes
- become proficient in various techniques in antibody screening and identification
- examine advanced applications
- apply techniques of compatibility testing and be able to problem solve incompatible reactions
- describe and apply the requirements of a safe blood supply
- achieve a high level of proficiency required for employment in a medical laboratory
Subject Assessment
- Invigilated > End of semester exam - (50%)
- Invigilated > Other exams - (50%)
Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.
Special Assessment Requirements
Students must satisfactorily complete both aspects of assessment
Availabilities
Townsville, Study Period 5, Intensive, (Face to Face dates exist for this availability) | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 07 May 2020 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 20 Apr 2020 to Friday, 19 Jun 2020 |
| Face to face teaching: | Monday, 27 Apr 2020 to Friday, 22 May 2020 |
| Coordinator(s): | Assoc. Professor Catherine Rush Professor David Whitmore |
| Lecturer(s): | Assoc. Professor Catherine Rush |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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