PLB-105 Phlebotomy

This course prepares students with the fundamentals of phlebotomy. Both theory and hands-on experience are provided. Course content includes the history of phlebotomy, basic anatomy and physiology, infection control, venipuncture techniques, dermal punctures, venipuncture complications, legal and regulatory issues, and non-blood specimen collections. Phlebotomy techniques will be performed on fellow students as well as artificial venipuncture arms. Medical scrubs are required. Course fee required. Students must receive a grade of “C” or better in all required MAP courses prior to registering for this course. Total of 30 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab. Prerequisites: MAP 110, MAP 102, and IST 102. Semesters offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. 3 Credits.