This course provides an in-depth exploration of blood bank laboratory practices and procedures, introducing students to the core concepts and technical skills involved in blood banking. The program uses a case-based approach to facilitate the application of theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, encouraging problem-solving skills and clinical reasoning. The curriculum spans from basic principles and safety considerations to advanced testing techniques and current trends in blood banking, providing comprehensive coverage of this essential area of medical lab technology. Created by: Mr. Attuluri Vamsi Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of MLT, UIAHS, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab. For more details website: https://www.mltmaster.com

1. B.Sc. MLT Syllabus
Attuluri Vamsi Kumar I Assistant professor I Dept of MLT I Ph No: 7416660584 I Website: mltmaster.com
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Program Name: B.Sc. Medical Lab Technology
Syllabus of Clinical Laboratory Visit - VI
Course Name: Clinical Laboratory Visit - VI Course Type
Course Coordinator: Attuluri Vamsi Kumar – B.Sc. MLT, M.Sc. MLT, PhD (Perusing)
Designation: Assistant Professor
Department: Department of Medical Lab Technology (MLT)
Skill
Enhancement
PRE-REQUISITE Clinical Laboratory Visit - V Sem: 7 S. No: 52
About Vamsi: I am academician in Medical Laboratory Sciences with a strong desire to improve Outcome
based education (OBE) structured MLT education. I am constantly focusing on building an academic
atmosphere that is set high standards with strong multi blended teaching pedagogy models.
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Contact No: +91 7416660584
Mail ID: vamsifmlt@gmail.com
A. COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course provides an in-depth exploration of blood bank laboratory practices and
procedures, introducing students to the core concepts and technical skills involved in blood
banking. The program uses a case-based approach to facilitate the application of theoretical
knowledge to practical scenarios, encouraging problem-solving skills and clinical reasoning.
The curriculum spans from basic principles and safety considerations to advanced testing
techniques and current trends in blood banking, providing comprehensive coverage of this
essential area of medical lab technology.
B. COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. To recall fundamental concepts and principles related to blood banking, including types of blood
products and safe handling practices.
2. To understand and interpret the roles and responsibilities of the blood bank in health care and its
significance in patient care.
3. To apply knowledge of blood collection, typing, and crossmatching in routine and complex
scenarios.
4. To analyze various case studies, identify issues related to blood transfusion reactions, and propose
solutions based on theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
5. To integrate knowledge about blood banking trends, novel therapies, and automation to propose
improvements or novel approaches in blood bank operations.
C. COURSE OUTCOMES
CO
No
Statement Performance
Indicator
Level of
Learning
(Highest BT
Level)
Target
Attainment
CO1 Students will be able to recall and define the key
principles and processes involved in blood banking,
including blood collection, typing, crossmatching,
and transfusion procedures.
PI 2, PI 2.1, PI
2.5
K1 (Knowledge) 70%

2. B.Sc. MLT Syllabus
Attuluri Vamsi Kumar I Assistant professor I Dept of MLT I Ph No: 7416660584 I Website: mltmaster.com
Website: www.mltmaster.com I YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vamsiMLT
CO2 Students will be able to explain the role of the blood
bank in healthcare, the significance of each type of
blood product, and the importance of regulatory
compliance and safety procedures.
PI 1, PI 2, PI 4 K2
(Comprehension
)
70%
CO3 Students will demonstrate proficiency in applying
the techniques of blood collection, typing,
crossmatching, and transfusion in various simulated
scenarios.
PI 2, PI 2.2, PI
2.3, PI 2.4, PI
2.5, PI 2.6, PI
5, PI 6
K3
(Application)
70%
CO4 Students will be able to critically analyze case
studies, identify issues, and formulate logical
deductions based on their theoretical knowledge of
blood banking procedures.
PI 3, PI 2.7, PI
2.8
K4 (Analysis) 70%
CO5 Students will create solutions for complex case
studies, integrating knowledge about blood banking
trends, novel therapies, and automation to propose
improvements or novel approaches in blood bank
operations.
PI 3, PI 7, PI 8,
PI 6
K5 (Synthesis) 70%
CO6 Students will evaluate the effectiveness of existing
blood bank practices, critique them based on current
research and ethical standards, and suggest potential
improvements.
PI 1, PI 4, PI 9,
PI 10
K6 (Evaluation) 70%
D. SYLLABUS
Unit-1 Introduction and Overview Contact Hours:15
Chapter 1.1 Basic Principles and Procedures- Overview of Blood Banking, Types of Blood Products,
Role of Blood Bank in Health Care
Chapter 1.2 Safety and Compliance- Personal Protective Equipment, Safe Handling of Blood Products,
Regulatory Agencies and Compliance, Quality Assurance in Blood Banking
Experiment 1 /
Case study
Case study: The Importance of Blood Typing: A Case of Mistaken Identity
Experiment 2 /
Case study
Case study: Transfusion Reactions: When Good Blood Goes Bad
Experiment 3 /
Case study
Case study: Bloodborne Pathogens and PPE: A Close Call in the Lab
Unit-2 Technical Skills and Application Contact Hours:15
Chapter 2.1 Pre-Analytical Procedures - 52
Chapter 2.2 Post-Analytical Procedures- Transfusion Medicine, Transfusion Reactions, Blood
Component Administration, Post-transfusion Monitoring
Experiment 4 /
Case study
Case study: Pre-analytical Errors: A Mislabelled Sample's Journey
Experiment 5 /
Case study
Case study: The Challenge of Crossmatching: An Urgent Case in the ER
Experiment 6 /
Case study
Case study: The ABCs of ABO Blood Groups: A Pediatric Case Study
Experiment 7 /
Case study
Case study: The Rh Factor: A Case of Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn
Unit-3 Advanced Topics and Future Directions Contact Hours:15
Chapter 3.1 Specialized Testing in Blood Banking- Antibody Screening and Identification, Compatibility
Testing, Investigation of Transfusion Reactions
Chapter 3.2 Current Trends and Future Directions in Blood Banking- Blood Donation Trends, Novel
Therapies (e.g., Pathogen-Reduced Platelets), Automation in Blood Banking, Ethical
Considerations in Blood Banking
Experiment 8 / Case study: The Complex Case of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia

3. B.Sc. MLT Syllabus
Attuluri Vamsi Kumar I Assistant professor I Dept of MLT I Ph No: 7416660584 I Website: mltmaster.com
Website: www.mltmaster.com I YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vamsiMLT
Case study
Experiment 9 /
Case study
Case study:Cold Agglutinins and the Complicated Crossmatch: A Case of Atypical Hemolytic
Anemia
Experiment 10 /
Case study
Case study: Unexpected Antibody: Solving a Serology Puzzle
Self-study topics for Advance learners:
E. TEXT BOOKS/REFERENCE BOOKS
TEXT BOOKS
T1 "Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices" by Denise M. Harmening
T2 "Basic & Applied Concepts of Blood Banking and Transfusion Practices" by Kathy D.
Blaney, Pauline C. Latson
T3 "Technical Manual, AABB" by Mark K. Fung, Brenda J. Grossman, Christopher D. Hillyer
REFERENCE BOOKS
R1 "Rossi's Principles of Transfusion Medicine" by Toby L. Simon, Edward L. Snyder,
Christopher P. Stowell
R2 "Practical Guide to Transfusion Medicine" by Mary H. Herman, Joseph D. Sweeney
R3 "Basic & Applied Concepts of Blood Banking and Transfusion Practices" by Kathy D.
Blaney, Pauline C. Latson

4. B.Sc. MLT Syllabus
Attuluri Vamsi Kumar I Assistant professor I Dept of MLT I Ph No: 7416660584 I Website: mltmaster.com
Website: www.mltmaster.com I YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vamsiMLT
Code Performance Indicators
PI 1 Demonstrate professional interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills sufficient to
serve the needs of patients and the public including an awareness of how diversity may affect
the communication process.
PI 2 Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes:
PI 2.1 Demonstrate ability to understand investigation/test requisition.
PI 2.2 Collecting the relevant clinical samples along with complete and accurate documentation with
proper safety measures in relation to sample accountability.
PI 2.3 To transport the samples with precautionary measures to the relevant lab section.
PI 2.4 Demonstrate the ability to prepare clinical sample for processing
PI 2.5 To demonstrate the knowledge of accurate sample processing for the required lab
investigation. Perform routine clinical laboratory tests in clinical chemistry,
haematology/haemostasis, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, Histopathology,
Cytopathology, body fluid analysis, and laboratory operations.
PI 2.6 Perform mathematical calculations related to all areas of the clinical laboratory
PI 2.7 Ability to record the test results/data.
PI 2.8 To demonstrate the ability to interpret the test reports and its documentation in lab records.
PI 2.9 Demonstrate ability to release the report to the right person in minimum turn-around time
(TAT).
PI 3 Perform problem solving and troubleshooting techniques for laboratory methodologies
Correlate laboratory test results with patient diagnosis and treatment.
PI 4 To follow basic quality assessment protocol of clinical laboratory.
PI 5 Demonstrate routine laboratory techniques sufficient to orient new employees within the
clinical laboratory.
PI 6 Apply basic scientific principles in learning new techniques/procedures; demonstrate
application of principles and methodologies.
PI 7 Utilize computer technology applications to interact with computerized instruments and
laboratory information systems.
PI 8 Demonstrate adequate knowledge of computer software as it applies to document production,
spreadsheets, and presentations.
PI 9 Demonstrate professional behaviour with co-team mates.
PI 10 Demonstrate sensitivity and compassion towards patients.