The syllabus focuses on providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the hematology laboratory, including its role in healthcare, essential techniques used in hematological testing, advanced hematology techniques for diagnosing disorders, and quality control procedures and troubleshooting in the lab. 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 - II
Course Name: Clinical Laboratory Visit - II 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 Program Elective course - I (Good lab practices) Sem: 3 S. No: 24
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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A. COURSE DESCRIPTION
The syllabus focuses on providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the
hematology laboratory, including its role in healthcare, essential techniques used in
hematological testing, advanced hematology techniques for diagnosing disorders, and quality
control procedures and troubleshooting in the lab.
B. COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. Recall the key role and significance of the hematology laboratory in the field of healthcare.
2. Understand the fundamental techniques used in hematological testing, such as complete blood
count (CBC) and differential count.
3. Apply advanced hematology techniques to diagnose and classify various hematological disorders.
4. Analyze and interpret peripheral blood smears and coagulation test results for the identification
and diagnosis of abnormalities.
5. Evaluate the importance of quality control procedures and troubleshooting techniques in
maintaining accuracy and reliability in the hematology laboratory.
C. COURSE OUTCOMES
CO
No
Statement Performance
Indicator
Level of
Learning
(Highest BT
Level)
Target
Attainment
CO1 Recall the key role and significance of the
hematology laboratory in the field of healthcare.
PI 1 Remembering
(K1)
70%
CO2 Explain the fundamental techniques used in
hematological testing, such as complete blood count
(CBC) and differential count.
PI 2.1, PI 2.5 Understanding
(K2)
70%
CO3 Apply advanced hematology techniques to
diagnose and classify various hematological
disorders.
PI 3 Applying (K3) 70%
CO4 Analyze and interpret peripheral blood smears and
coagulation test results for the identification and
diagnosis of abnormalities.
PI 2.8 Analyzing (K4) 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
CO5 Evaluate the importance of quality control
procedures and troubleshooting techniques in
maintaining accuracy and reliability in the
hematology laboratory.
PI 4 Evaluating (K5) 70%
CO6 Design and propose effective strategies for quality
control and troubleshooting in the hematology
laboratory.
PI 6 Creating (K6) 70%
D. SYLLABUS
Unit-1 Introduction to Hematology Laboratory Contact Hours:15
Chapter 1.1 Overview of Hematology Lab- Role of hematology lab in healthcare, Hematology lab
equipment and instruments
Chapter 1.2 Hematology Lab Techniques- Hematological parameters and their significance,
Hematological testing techniques: CBC, RBC indices, differential count
Experiment 1 /
Case study
Case study:Evaluation of Complete Blood Count (CBC) Results
Experiment 2 /
Case study
Case study: 2. Interpreting RBC Indices in Anemia Diagnosis
Experiment 3 /
Case study
Case study 3: Differential Count and Its Role in Diagnosing Blood Disorders
Unit-2 Advanced Hematology Techniques Contact Hours:15
Chapter 2.1 Hematological Disorders and Morphology - 24
Chapter 2.2 Coagulation Studies and Hemostasis- Coagulation process and factors, Coagulation tests:
PT, APTT, INR, D-Dimer, etc.
Experiment 4 /
Case study
Case study: 4. Interpreting Peripheral Blood Smear in Hematological Disorders
Experiment 5 /
Case study
Case study 5:Investigating Coagulation Abnormalities: PT and APTT Results
Experiment 6 /
Case study
Case study 6: 6. Analyzing D-Dimer Test Results in Thrombotic Disorders,
Experiment 7 /
Case study
Case study 7: Hematology Case Study: Clinical Decision-Making in Hematological Disorders
Unit-3 Quality Control and Troubleshooting in Hematology Lab Contact Hours:15
Chapter 3.1 Quality Control and Quality Assurance in Hematology Lab- Importance of quality control
in hematology lab, Hematology lab quality control procedures
Chapter 3.2 Troubleshooting and Problem Solving in Hematology Lab- Common issues and challenges
in hematology lab, Troubleshooting techniques and strategies
Experiment 8 /
Case study
Case study 8: Quality Control in Hematology Lab: Identifying and Resolving Issues
Experiment 9 /
Case study
Case study 9:Troubleshooting Hematology Lab Instruments and Processes
Experiment 10 /
Case study
Case study 10: Case Study: Problem Solving in Hematology Lab Operations
Self-study topics for Advance learners: Advanced Hematology Techniques: Dive deeper into
advanced techniques used in hematology, such as flow cytometry, molecular diagnostics, and
cytogenetics., Hematological Disorders: Explore specific hematological disorders in detail, including
their pathophysiology, diagnostic methods, and treatment options. Focus on disorders like leukemia,
lymphoma, thalassemia, and coagulation disorders.
E. TEXT BOOKS/REFERENCE BOOKS
TEXT BOOKS

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
T1 "Clinical Hematology: Theory and Procedures" by Mary Louise Turgeon
T2 "Hematology: Clinical Principles and Applications" by Bernadette F. Rodak, George A.
Fritsma, Elaine Keohane
T3 "Quality Control in the Hematology Laboratory" by Lynn B. Bryant, Sheryl A. Whitlock
REFERENCE BOOKS
R1 "Hematology: Basic Principles and Practice" by Ronald Hoffman, Edward J. Benz, Leslie
E. Silberstein, Helen Heslop, John Anastasi
R2 "Wintrobe's Clinical Hematology" by John P. Greer, Daniel A. Arber, Bertil Glader, Alan
F. List, Robert T. Means
R3 "Clinical Laboratory Hematology" by Shirlyn B. McKenzie, Lynne Williams

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.