BMS251 Haematology 1 (6)

This subject introduces students to haematology and examines the structural and functional attributes of cellular and non-cellular constituents of blood in healthy and disease states. Morphological and functional characteristics of the blood cells at different stages of production, differentiation and maturation are considered in detail. Also, the haemostatic system, which comprises primary haemostasis, secondary haemostasis and the fibrinolytic system will be covered. Furthermore, blood disorders including anaemias, leucocyte disorders (benign and malignant), and disorders of the haemostasis are discussed at clinical, pathophysiological and laboratory diagnostic levels.

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2020.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Biomedical Sciences

Assumed Knowledge

BMS134, BMS143

Subject Relationships

BMS216 BMS251 is equivalent to BMS216 without the laboratory practicals.

Incompatible Subjects

BMS216

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to list, describe and explain the morphological and functional attributes of blood cells;
  • be able to list and describe the components of the haemostatic system and explain their functions;
  • be able to compare and contrast the development of blood cells and describe structure and functions of the blood producing tissues/organs;
  • be able to define and describe the disorders of blood cells;
  • be able to define and describe the disorders of the haemostatic system; and
  • be able to explain principles that underpin routine haematological tests.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • MODULE 1: BLOOD CELL ACTIVITIES IN TISSUE
  • Topic 1: Introduction to Haematology;
  • Topic 2: Haematopoiesis;
  • Topic 3: Erythrocytes: Production, destruction, structure and metabolism;
  • Topic 4: Leucocyte development, kinetics and functions;
  • Topic 5: Platelet production, structure and functions; and
  • Topic 6: Routine and point-of-care testing in Haematology.
  • MODULE 2: ERYTHROCYTE DISORDERS
  • Topic 1: Anaemias, red blood cell morphology, and approach to the diagnosis;
  • Topic 2: Disorders of iron and haem metabolism;
  • Topic 3: Anaemias caused by defects of DNA metabolism;
  • Topic 4: Anaemias due to bone marrow failure;
  • Topic 5: Malaria; and
  • Topic 6: Polycythaemia.
  • MODULE 3: LEUCOCYTE DISORDERS
  • Topic 1: Non-malignant disorders of leucocytes; and
  • Topic 2: Introduction to leucocyte neoplasms.
  • MODULE 4: THE HAEMOSTATIC SYSTEM AND ITS DISORDERS
  • Topic 1: Introduction to haemostasis;
  • Topic 2: The primary haemostatic system;
  • Topic 3: The coagulation system;
  • Topic 4: The fibrinolytic system;
  • Topic 5: The haemorrhagic disorders of haemostasis; and
  • Topic 6: Anticoagulant therapy.

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: October 2020. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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