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MIC2023: Blood Transfusion Technology (Core: 3 credits)

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 Hemostasis: Clinical and Laboratory Aspects (3 Edition). Elsevier.
rd
2. Howard, P. R. (2020). Basic & Applied Concepts of Blood Banking and Transfusion
Practices
(5 Edition). Elsevier Mosby.
th
3. Harmening, D. M. (2019). Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices (7
th
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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