This course introduces students to the concept of antigens and antibodies and various blood-proteins and enzymes present in the blood and body fluid. It also provides knowledge on immunity, disease susceptibility, group the body fluids from crime scenes and its associate health hazards, to identify and individualise the samples as well as the HLA system and its application to identify individuals. The course also covers the methods in identification of patterns and effects of blood value as evidence. This course will be taught via lecture, practical and PBL. Students will be assessed through test, assignments, practical reports, practical test, and final examination.
Skill Level: Beginner