Page 128 - Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences

MIC2023: Blood Transfusion Technology (Core: 3 Credit hours)

Learning Outcomes

1. Illustrate the basic principles of immunohaematology and blood transfusion.
2. Justify the importance of safe pre-transfusion techniques to ensure the reliability of blood
products and blood transfusions.
3. Demonstrate the basic techniques applicable in blood transfusion technology.

Course Synopsis
This course provides students with the fundamental concepts and principles pertaining to blood
transfusion technology. The practical component of this course focuses on routine techniques used
in blood transfusion laboratories.

Reference Texts

1. Shaz, B.H., Hillyer, C. D., Roshal, M. & Abrams, C. S. (2018). Transfusion Medicine and
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Hemostasis: Clinical and Laboratory Aspects (3 Edition). Elsevier.
2. Howard, P. R. (2020). Basic & Applied Concepts of Blood Banking and Transfusion Practices
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(5 Edition). Elsevier Mosby.
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3. Harmening, D. M. (2019). Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices (7 Edition). F.A.
Davis Company.

Course Coordinator

Dr. Kamariah Ibrahim
kamariahibrahim2106@um.edu.my

03-79676649

Course Assessment

Course will be assessed by Continuous Assessment (70%) and a Final Exam (30%)

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