CLS 488 - CLS Immunology/Immunohematology Review

1. Compare and contrast natural and acquired immunity.
2. Differentiate the characteristics and functions of antigens and antibodies in the immune response; blood group systems; and blood group antibodies.
3. Differentiate characteristics and principles of test methodology for agglutination; precipitation; labeled immunoassays; and crossmatching.
4. Describe the characteristics of the various infectious diseases.
5. Interpret serologic laboratory test results for the infectious diseases; blood group typing; antibody screening; antibody identification; and transfusion reactions.
6. Describe the criteria used for blood donation requirements and donor testing.