Page 122 - GB_BioMed_2025

MIC2018: Phlebotomy (Core: 3 credits)

Learning Outcomes
1. Identify the correct sites, equipment, procedures and techniques for collection and
handling of blood or other body fluid specimens.
2. Perform appropriate methods for collection and handling of blood or other body
fluid specimens.
3. Apply appropriate and ethical methods to troubleshoot problems during clinical
specimen collection and handling.

Course Synopsis
The student will be introduced to basic theories and practice of phlebotomy. The
student will learn anatomy and physiology which is appropriate to draw blood
specimens, and the requirements and procedures involved with specimen collection
including other bodily fluids. The student will also appreciate the need for
professionalism and communication when interacting with patients and donors.

Reference Texts
1. McCall, R. E. & Tankersley C. M. (2020). Phlebotomy Essentials, Enhanced Edition
(7 Edition). Jones & Bartlett Learning.
th
2. Strasinger, S. K. & Di Lorenzo M. S. (2020). Urinalysis and Body Fluids (7 th
edition). F.A. Davis Company.

Course Coordinator
Associate Professor Dr. Suzita Mohd Noor
suzita@um.edu.my
03-79674901

Course Assessment
Course will be assessed by Continuous Assessment (100%)

Page | 121
Biomedical Science Programme Guidebook 2024/2025