MT 211 - Immunohematology

This course presents the theory and techniques of immunohematology. Students study the principles of immunohematology along with the practices of blood-banking. Also studied are antigen and antibody formation, behavior, and reaction properties. The blood group antigens and antibodies are discussed at length. Upon completion, students will be able to relate principles of immunohematology to procedures for transfusion and donor services, correlate blood-banking practices to certain disease states and disorders, and describe techniques for analytical methods utilizing immunological concepts. 3.00 semester credit hours Contact Hours: 45.00 Prerequisite: MT 116 Immunology/Serology. Corequisite: None.