Clinical Haematology (10cr)

Objectives (course unit)

The aim of the course is to learn the basics of haematology from the perspective of a biomedical laboratory scientist and to know the most important laboratory studies used in diagnostics and treatment monitoring.

After completing the course, the student:
• knows the general theory of haematopoiesis and the clinical significance of different cell lines
• understands the principles of automated cell counters and automated microscopy in hematology, and can interpret the information produced by the devices
• can outline the basic functioning of hemostasis
• is familiar with the mechanisms and symptoms of anaemias and malignant blood disorders
• can microscopically examine blood smear preparations and identify key findings in blood cell morphology
• is proficient in quality control of haematological tests and can evaluate key factors influencing the reliability of results at various stages of laboratory work.

Content (course unit)

• Clinical haematology as a specialty
• Theory and clinical significance of haematopoiesis
• Hemostasis, its disorders, and laboratory diagnostics
• Basic haematological studies and automation
• Bone marrow sampling process
• Microscopic examination of blood cells, erythrocyte morphology, and identification of pathological blood cells
• Most common anemias and malignant blood diseases
• Quality management of haematological investigations

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student:
• demonstrates proficiency in the basic concepts and fundamental investigations of haematology
• can outline the functioning of hemostasis and is aware of the key laboratory tests used in the diagnosis and monitoring of hemostasis in diagnostics and treatment
• executes basic haematological investigations as per instructions on the course, adhering to guidelines
• prepares inadequately for practical sessions and assigned tasks
• assumes responsibility for their own performance
• understands the operating principles of automated cell counters and automated microscopy in hematology, and can interpret the information produced by these devices under guidance
• can explain the mechanisms and symptoms of the most common anemias and malignant blood disorders
• is aware of the laboratory tests used in the diagnosis of anemias and malignant blood disorders
• can interpret key findings in red blood cell morphology
• can identify abnormalities in blood smear morphology compared to normal
• understands and takes into account key quality factors affecting the reliability of results.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student:
• systematizes concepts related to haematology and can apply their learning
• works diligently, methodically, and reliably
• assumes responsibility and commits not only to their own actions but also to the group's activities
• knows the key laboratory tests used in the diagnosis and monitoring of hemostasis functioning and its treatment
• understands the principles of operation of automated cell counters and automated microscopy in hematology, as well as interpreting the information generated by the devices
• can explain the mechanisms and symptoms of the most common anemias and malignant blood disorders
• is aware of the laboratory tests used in the diagnosis of anemias and malignant blood disorders
• can interpret key findings in red blood cell morphology
• can distinguish and name abnormalities in blood smear morphology compared to normal
• can evaluate the quality of hematological research results and the key factors affecting their reliability.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student:
• systematises concepts related to haematology and can apply their learning effectively.
• works diligently, methodically, and reliably.
• assumes responsibility and commits not only to their own actions but also to the group's activities.
• possesses knowledge of the key laboratory tests used in diagnosing and monitoring the functioning and treatment of haemostasis.
• understands the principles of operation of automated cell counters and automated microscopy in haematology, as well as interpreting the information generated by these devices.
• can elucidate the mechanisms and symptoms of the most common anaemias and malignant blood disorders
• knows the laboratory tests utilised in diagnosing anaemias and malignant blood disorders
• is capable of interpreting key findings in red blood cell morphology
• is able to differentiate and label abnormalities in blood smear morphology compared to normal
• can assess the quality of haematological research results and the key factors influencing their reliability.

Location and time

TAMK bioanalyytikkokoulutus, opetuslaboratorio I0-02A. Syksy 2025 - kevät 2026.

Exam schedules

Ilmoitetaan myöhemmin.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Luennot + luentotehtävät
Harjoitukset hematologian luokassa
Moodletehtävät

Learning materials

Porkka ym. Veritaudit 2015. Löytyy e-kirjana

Muu oheiskirjallisuus ilmoitetaan kurssisuunnitelmassa, löytyy moodlesta.

Student workload

Kurssi sisältää lähiopetusta sekä itsenäistä opiskelua annetuista tehtävistä ja sisällöistä.

Ensimmäisellä lähiopetuskerralla pakollinen läsnäolo. Lähiopetuskerroilla tehdään tehtäviä, jotka valmistavat tuleviin laboraatioihin ja mikroskopointeihin.

Opiskelijalla on läsnäolovelvoite 100 % kaikilla laboraatiotunneilla. Puuttuvat laboraatiot tulee korvata, yleensä korvausmahdollisuus järjestyy viimeistään seuraavan toteutuksen aikana.

Completion alternatives

Ei ole

Further information

Harjoitustunneilla suojavaate pakollinen (otetaan ja käsitellään verinäytteitä, värjäykset).