ML 224 - Advanced Hematology

• state the theoretical aspects of automated, routine and specialized hematology tests;
• correlate their importance in diagnostic, emergency, and screening protocols;
• identify morphological criteria for normal and abnormal hemocytes;
• analyze the responses of the hematopoietic system to pathological and reactive changes in the human body and assess related clinical condition or blood dyscrasia;
• relate the QC tools used for all tests performed and state the importance of a quality assurance program;
• calculate, correlate and evaluate complete blood count parameters;
• integrate theoretical aspects of primary and secondary hemostatic mechanisms;
• correlate their importance in diagnostic, emergency and screening protocols;
• analyze coagulation test results and correlate to probable coagulopathy or hemostatic defect;
• identify sources of error in all tests and relate appropriate corrective actions;
• relate safety/body substance isolation (BSI) and privacy requirements (HIPAA);
• identify all facets of basic phlebotomy collection systems on campus and at the clinical site;
• follow all established safety precautions and protocols necessary when handling biologic samples as indicated by the college and clinical faculty at the clinical site;
• perform hematological analysis and coagulation testing using state of the art clinical instrumentation at the site(s);
• submit clinical reports and professional journal enrichment assignments on time, neatly and following protocols as instructed;
• adhere to professional conduct, ethics, and standards;
• attend local/state seminars and continuing education as feasible; and
• attend off-site clinical rotation as scheduled following all requirements of clinical faculty.