The document provides an introduction to the topic of hematology. It discusses the course outcomes which are to perform ESR, PCV, and teach blood cell functions. The learning outcomes are to define hematology, classify the branches of hematology, describe the types of laboratory tests done in hematology, and explain the composition and components of blood. It then lists the key functions of blood including gas transport, nutrient transport, regulation of processes, thermoregulation, osmotic function, protective function, and detoxification.

1. Module-2
Topic name
Introduction to Hematology
Sub code: BMLT1002
Sub Name: General physiology – (T)
Department: Department of MLT, SMAS
Faculty: A. Vamsi Kumar
Designation : Assistant professor

2. Course outcomes
On completion of this course, the student can be
able to:
• Perform ESR, PCV, & Teach blood cell functions

3. Learning outcomes
On completion of this course, the student can be
able to:
• Define Hematology
• Classify the branches of hematology
• Types of Laboratory tests in done in
laboratory
• Composition of blood &
• Components of Blood

6. Functions of blood
1. Gas transport – blood carries oxygen from lung to the tissues
and carbon dioxide in reverse direction.
2. Transport of nutritional substances for all cells
(glucose, amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, ketone bodies,
microelements etc.). Blood carries final products of metabolism
(urea, uric acid, bilirubin, creatinin etc.) from tissues to kidney,
where from they excreted with urine.
3. Regulation of different processes. Blood creates and
carries local hormones (hormonoids) to the target organs.

7. Functions of blood
4. Thermoregulation – heat change between tissues
and blood.
5. Osmotic function – maintenance of the osmotic
pressure in blood vessels.
6. Protective function – blood has antibodies and
leucocytes, which perform phagocytosis.
7. Detoxification – blood enzymes can neutralize
(split) different toxic substances.

8. Volume of blood

9. Composition of blood

11. Composition of blood

15. Applications of Hematology

16. Basic hematological tests

17. Immuno hematology/ Transfusion medicine

18. Bleeding disorders