Course Title: Perform immunohaematological tests

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2017

Course Code: BIOL5226C

Course Title: Perform immunohaematological tests

School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5362 - Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing)

Course Contact: Amber Mitton

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8053

Course Contact Email: amber.mitton@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Andrea McAdam

andrea.mcadam@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 80

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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

Pre-requisites:

MSL974006 Perform biological procedures

Course Description

 

This unit of competency covers the ability of technical personnel to perform routine tests and procedures that are part of the requirements of pre- and post-blood transfusion practice. The unit also covers tests and procedures that are indicated in laboratory investigations in obstetric and perinatal medicine, in suspected haemolysis and haemolytic episodes, and in other clinical circumstances.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	MSL975006 Perform immunohaematological tests
Element:	1 Process samples and associated request forms
Performance Criteria:	1.1. Check and match samples and request forms before they are accepted 1.2. Return samples and request forms that do not comply with requirements to their source with reasons for non-acceptance 1.3. Log acceptable samples, applying required document tracking mechanisms 1.4. Process samples as required by requested tests 1.5. Store sample components appropriately until required for testing
Element:	2 Perform tests
Performance Criteria:	2.1. Select authorised tests that are indicated for the requested investigations 2.2. Conduct individual tests according to documented methodologies, applying required quality control procedures 2.3. Record all results, noting any phenomena that may be relevant to the interpretation of results 2.4. Seek advice of section head or other responsible colleague when result interpretation is outside parameters of authorised approval 2.5. Store unused samples, for possible future reference, under conditions suitable to maintain viability
Element:	3 Maintain a safe environment
Performance Criteria:	3.1. Use established work practices and personal protective equipment to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel 3.2. Clean up spills using appropriate techniques to protect personnel, work area and environment from contamination 3.3. Minimise the generation of wastes 3.4. Ensure the safe disposal of biohazardous materials and other laboratory wastes in accordance with enterprise procedures
Element:	4 Maintain laboratory records
Performance Criteria:	4.1. Make entries on report forms or into computer systems, accurately recording or transcribing required data as required 4.2. Maintain instrument logs as required by accreditation checklists 4.3. Maintain records of blood and blood products received, used and returned to supplier 4.4. Maintain security and confidentiality of all clinical information, laboratory data and records
Element:	5 Issue blood and blood products
Performance Criteria:	5.1. Complete documentation required to permit the issuing of blood or blood components that have been cleared for use by clinical staff 5.2. Advise courier of transport requirements to ensure blood or blood products are delivered in a timely and safe manner

Learning Outcomes

Details of Learning Activities

Students will gain hands-on experience with laboratory equipment, reagents and real blood samples (from ARCBS donors) in a simulated working laboratory.

Routine tests include quality assurance procedures, ABO and Rh(D) blood grouping, screening for unexpected antibodies, Direct Antibody Test, and neonatal / maternal investigations

Features of fresh and processed blood products, and selection criteria for safe transfusion will be identified.

A visit to the Australian Red Cross Blood Service Melbourne Processing Centre will link the laboratory and theory material to workplace practice.

In-class exercises at the bench, on paper, kinaesthetic learning and group work will reinforce the theory.

Teaching Schedule

Week Date – THEORY TOPIC – PRACTICAL CLASS

1   05 Jul – Introduction to Transfusion Science (Immunohaematology) – Equipment / Reagents

2   12 Jul – Managing Information Safely – Washing cells / RC suspensions

3   19 Jul – Antibodies meet Antigens – Agglutination reactions

4   26 Jul – What’s a Blood Group? – ABO Groups

5   02 Aug – Positive or Negative? Rh(D) and related groups – ABO-Rh(D) Groups (tube)

6   09 Aug – Blood Products – ABO-Rh(D) (CAT)

7   16 Aug – Column Agglutination Technique (CAT) – ABO-Rh(D) (CAT)

8   21 - 25 Aug          MID-SEMESTER EXAMS

     28 Aug – 3 Sep     MID-SEMESTER BREAK

9   06 Sep – Antibody Screen and Crossmatch – Blood Group & Antibody Screen

10 13 Sep – Haemolytic Reactions – Blood Group & Antibody Screen

11 20 Sep – Antenatal Screening & Neonatal Transfusion (incl HDFN)– Grp & Screen (Tube) + CAT

12 27 Sep – Quality Assurance / Computer Crossmatching – DAT & Maternal + Baby Groups

13 04 Oct – Australian Red Cross Blood Service – Industry site visit

14 11 Oct – Revision / Case Studies – Case Studies

15 18 Oct – Practical Assessment    

16 23-27 Oct – End of Semester 2 Exams  (no exam this course)   

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Up-to-date links to Transfusion websites and other relevant resources are available on Blackboard / LMS and within course material.

Overview of Assessment

written tests

in-class exercises

industry visit report

poster presentation

Portfolio of laboratory logbook & worksheets

Assessment Tasks

ASSESSMENTS          

Assessment 1 20%
Part 1 Educational poster design – 10% – submit online 16 July 
Part 2 Sample validity – 10% – in class 26 July

Assessment 2 20% 
Blood groups (open book) – in class 9 August

 

Assessment 3 30%
Exam (Case Studies) Week 8

Assessment 4 15%
Blood products & ARCBS excursion reflection – submit online 15 Oct 

Assessment 5 15%
Workbook-Worksheet Audit – in class 11 October

Assessment 6   S/NYS
Practical assessment – in class 18 October 

Assessment Matrix

Other Information

Assessment information

This course is graded in accordance with competency-based assessment, but which also utilise graded assessment

CHD Competent with High Distinction (80 – 100%)
CDI Competent with Distinction (70 – 79%)
CC Competent with Credit (60 – 69%)
CAG Competency Achieved – Graded (50 – 59%)
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment

 

• To pass the course you need to pass, on average, each type of assessment (exams, pracs, and assignments etc.) For example, if there are two exams you need to have an average of 50% to pass and you also need to have passed the other assessment types. You can’t make up marks from one type of assessment to another (e.g. pass the exams but fail the prac component)
• A minimum of 80% attendance at practical classes is required to pass this course. If you are sick you should submit a medical certificate to 6th floor office addressed to the Program Coordinator. If you miss a practical class that is a prac report write up you need to provide a medical certificate (or other evidence) and arrange an alternative report with your teacher
• Late work that is submitted without an application for an extension (see below) will not be corrected.
• APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF ASSESSABLE WORK - A student may apply for an extension of up to 7 days from the original due date. They must lodge the application form (available online http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension) at least 24 hours before the due date. The application is lodged with the School Admin Office on Level 6, Bdg 51. Students requiring longer extensions must apply for SPECIAL CONSIDERATION.
• For missed assessments such as exams- you (& your doctor if you are sick) must fill out a special consideration form. This form must be lodged online with supporting evidence prior to, or within, 48 hours of the scheduled time of examination http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration

 

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