Haematology

BIOL21361 Haematology 10 Semester 1 Undergraduate Level 2 Michelle Keown Unit coordinator 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Middle part of Bachelors ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 5.0 Haematology is the branch of medicine that deals with diseases, such as leukaemia or anaemia, which affect the blood and blood-forming organs. You will gain an understanding of blood cell formation, structure and function as well as learning about haematological disorders and their diagnosis and treatment. Haematology is the branch of medicine that deals with diseases, such as leukaemia or anaemia, which affect the blood and blood-forming organs. You will gain an understanding of blood cell formation, structure and function as well as learning about haematological disorders and their diagnosis and treatment. This unit is aimed at providing an extensive knowledge of the main areas of haematology including understanding, diagnosis and treatment of haematological disorders and to introduce the main areas of interest in blood transfusion. Students will be able to: <ul> <li> demonstrate an understanding of the underlying processes in blood cell formation</li> <li> describe, discuss & diagnose diseases of blood including anaemia, leukaemia and disorders of haemostasis & thrombosis</li> <li> describe the role of haematology in the investigation of disease in general</li> <li> bring together, evaluate and apply knowledge from biochemistry and cell biology in interpretation of the functions of blood & related diseases</li> <li> interpret biochemical & morphological data in the diagnosis of certain blood disorders/diseases</li> <li> reflect critically & analytically on their study learning styles so as to be able to identify and review additional literature to enhance learning</li> </ul> Analytical skills All online assessments require some analysis and application of information/lecture content and further reading e.g. interpretation and analysis of lab test results in a case study (as in the group assessment) or in the understanding/analysis of primary literature. Group/team working The online assessment is group based. and involves collaborative team work. Innovation/creativity Interpretation (lateral thinking) of case study findings in the group online assessment. Leadership No formal requirement for leadership however there is potential for a leader in the group assessment Project management Although not a formal requirement there is potential for project management in the group online assessments. Oral communication Students are encouraged to ask and answer questions during lectures. Problem solving The online assessment has an element of problem solving. Case studies are often used to explain lecture content and allow for problem solving and application of lecture content in real life scenario(s). Research Online group assessment requires application of lecture content interpretation of laboratory findings and tests in case studies. Some information is given in lectures but also requires other reading/resources such as primary sources, internet etc. Written communication 1 online group assessment, exam consists of 1 essay. 1-2 Blood cell formation: haemopoiesis3-6 Red blood cell and haemoglobin, red blood cell membrane and enzyme disorders   Iron metabolism, Vitamin B12 and Folate, Anaemias7-8 Sickle cell anaemia9-12 Haemostasis-platelets and coagulation cascade, Coagulation cascade: labtests/anticoagulant therapy; Disorders of haemostasis13 White blood cells (WBC): structure, function and differentiation14 WBC: reactive proliferation, benign and infection15-20 Basis and classification of haematological malignancies; Neoplastic lymphoproliferativedisorders; Neoplastic myeloproliferative disorders21 Blood groups and transfusion: introduction22 Exam preparation 1 Written exam 70% 9 Set exercise 30% Coursework - Group case study / problem: 30%.   Exam: 70% (20% MAQ and 50% essay) Generic feedback on Blackboard for group assessment within 15 working days of submission deadline. Individual feedback on request or if appropriate. BIOL10212 Biochemistry Pre-Requisite Optional BIOL10401 Introduction to Laboratory Science Pre-Requisite Optional BIOL10811 Body Systems Pre-Requisite Optional <ul> <li> Introduction to Laboratory Science (Optional)</li> <li> Body Systems (Optional)</li> <li> Biochemistry (Optional)</li> </ul> N Lectures 22 0 78