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Introduction to Clinical Hematology

PATH-40018

Gain an Introduction to Clinical Hematology

 
This course will introduce the study and performance of clinical laboratory tests related to the enumeration and identification of the cellular elements of blood, primarily red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. In addition, it will present the clinical importance of the identification and reporting of blood cell abnormalities to assist physicians with patient hematological disease diagnosis. It will include an introduction to normal and abnormal coagulation or clotting.

Aligned with LFS (Laboratory Field Services) guidelines, the course is designed for those needing a hematology prerequisite for Clinical Laboratory Scientist programs or other pre-health science programs.
 

Prerequisites

 

This course assumes that students are familiar with college-level biology.

Format

 

This course is offered in an online asynchronous format.There are no set meeting times, however, students follow a weekly schedule and there will be deadlines to meet in terms of course requirements. 

 
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED.
Clinical Laboratory Hematology, 3rd edition. McKenzie, Shirlyn
ISBN-13: 978-0133076011, ISBN-10: 0133076016
 

Course Information

Online
4.50 units
$845.00

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Section ID:

195455

Class type:

Online Asynchronous.

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

Textbooks:

Clinical Laboratory Hematology 3rd
by McKenzie/Williams
ISBN / ASIN: 9780133076011

You may purchase textbooks via the UC San Diego Bookstore.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 4/13/2026

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Instructor: Susan Weaver, Ph.D. Microbiology

Susan Weaver, Ph.D. Microbiology
Susan Weaver is an instructor for all things related to the Clinical Laboratory. During her 20-year tenure in various Labs, Susan held a number of positions including Pathology Technician, Shift Supervisor, Section Head, Staff Scientist (medical device industry), CLS contract/traveler, Lab Supervisor and Manager. She gained hands-on experience in every section of the clinical lab, for both community hospitals and university labs. Most recently, Susan held multiple, concurrent roles as Director of Laboratory Services for Clinical and Anatomic Pathology. 


Susan consults for the medical device industry, and actively participates in continuing education. Her background and previous professional experience well-equip her for a teaching and mentoring role. Susan holds a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science from Wayne State University in Detroit and a PhD in Microbiology, with a research emphasis in parasitology from UC Davis.


 
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Section ID:

196501

Class type:

Online Asynchronous.

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

Textbooks:

Clinical Laboratory Hematology 3rd
by McKenzie/Williams
ISBN / ASIN: 9780133076011

You may purchase textbooks via the UC San Diego Bookstore.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 5/11/2026

Schedule:

No information available at this time.
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Instructor: Vladimir Radic, Ph.D

Vladimir Radic, Ph.D

Vladimir Radic, PhD is a scientist with over 10 years experience in both academic and clinical laboratories. He holds a B.S. in Microbiology and Immunology from UC Irvine and as a PhD in Microbiology from UC Riverside. Since completing his PhD in 2017 he has worked on developing diagnostic assays in various clinical settings. His work currently focuses on designing, validating and maintaining diagnostic tests for hematological malignancies and bleeding disorders. 

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Section ID:

197448

Class type:

Online Asynchronous.

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 6/22/2026

Schedule:

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Instructor: Judie Nocera

Judie Nocera
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Section ID:

197452

Class type:

Online Asynchronous.

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 8/17/2026

Schedule:

No information available at this time.
Add To Cart

Instructor: Vladimir Radic, Ph.D

Vladimir Radic, Ph.D

Vladimir Radic, PhD is a scientist with over 10 years experience in both academic and clinical laboratories. He holds a B.S. in Microbiology and Immunology from UC Irvine and as a PhD in Microbiology from UC Riverside. Since completing his PhD in 2017 he has worked on developing diagnostic assays in various clinical settings. His work currently focuses on designing, validating and maintaining diagnostic tests for hematological malignancies and bleeding disorders. 

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