Courses & Units

Transfusion Science CXA333

Introduction

This unit covers the major blood group systems of relevance to human blood transfusion and the theoretical basis of common transfusion testing practices. We explore the donation of blood products and the management of transfusion services and study in detail, haemolytic disease of the foetus and newborn, autoimmune haemolytic anaemia and the adverse effects of blood transfusion. An integrated series of lectures, tutorials and practicals cover these topics, with an emphasis on the development of laboratory skills and problem solving through transfusion-based case studies. The practical sessions concentrate on the essential skills of blood grouping, antibody screening, cross matching and problem solving.

Summary

Unit name Transfusion Science
Unit code CXA333
Credit points 12.5
College/School College of Health and Medicine
School of Health Sciences
Discipline Health Sciences
Coordinator Ms Jane Pittaway
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Advanced

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Launceston Semester 2 On-Campus International Domestic

Key

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International students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 2 22/7/2024 16/8/2024 9/9/2024 27/10/2024

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Learning Outcomes

  • Apply theoretical knowledge of blood group antigens and antibodies, to explain and interpret laboratory data.
  • Explain and demonstrate the practical, interpretive and evaluation skills required in compatibility testing and the investigation of immunohaematology-related adverse events.
  • Explain and apply theoretical knowledge of immunohaematology-related adverse events to explain and interpret clinical and laboratory data.
  • Communicate information about transfusion science roles, responsibilities, and results as appropriate for a professional environment.
  • Demonstrate professional skills and behaviours through effective, responsible, and safe work practices.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
019901 $1,118.00 $1,118.00 not applicable $2,596.00

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Requisites

Prerequisites

CXA231

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Tutorial – 1 hour (weekly), Practical – 3 hours (weekly)

AssessmentMid Semester Theory Test (15%)|Final Practical Examination (20%)|Final Theory Examination (30%)|In Class Practical Activities (35%)
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Textbooks

Required

You will need to access the following texts [eBooks available via the Library] on a regular basis:
• Harmening, D 2019, Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices, vol Seventh edition [electronic resource] F.A. Davis, Philadelphia, PA,
• Murphy, M. F., Roberts, D. J., Yazer, M. H., 2017, Practical transfusion medicine [electronic resource] Hoboken, NJ, John Wiley & Sons Inc.
You will need to access the following resources from the ANZSBT website:
• Australian and New Zealand Society of Blood Transfusion, 2016, Guidelines for Transfusion and Immunohaematology Laboratory Practice, 1st edn, ANZSBT available for free download via https://anzsbt.org.au/guidelines-standards/anzsbt-guidelines/
• Australian and New Zealand Society of Blood Transfusion, 2018, Guidelines for the administration of blood products, 3rd edn, ANZSBT available to download via https://anzsbt.org.au/guidelines-standards/anzsbt-guidelines/
• Australian and New Zealand Society of Blood Transfusion, 2011, Patient Blood Management Guidelines: module 1 Critical Bleeding/Massive Transfusion, 1st edn (under review), ANZSBT available for free download via https://anzsbt.org.au/guidelines-standards/other-guidelines-standards/
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