BIOS 255 Week 1 Lab Instructions

BIOS 255 Week 1 Lab Instructions

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Chamberlain University

BIOS-255: Anatomy & Physiology III with Lab

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Activity Overview

The BIOS 255 Week 1 Lab focuses on key laboratory procedures and experiments related to blood typing and histology. It is divided into three parts, each with specific instructions and activities to ensure comprehension and hands-on practice. Part 1 involves completing a pre-lab assignment and a blood typing experiment, which collectively contribute to 25 points. Part 2 requires creating a blood histology PowerPoint presentation to identify and label formed elements in blood, worth 5 points. The total points available for Week 1 are 30. Deadlines for all tasks are provided on the Canvas calendar or within the Modules section. Materials required for these activities include the Carolina blood typing kit, blood slides, a microscope, and related supplies. For additional guidance, refer to the textbook: Anatomy and Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function (Saladin, 2019).

Laboratory Instructions

1. Laboratory Safety Training
To ensure a safe working environment, review the laboratory safety training slides provided in the Canvas Files section. Complete the “Laboratory Safety Training” quiz by the specified deadline. This section emphasizes understanding safety protocols and obtaining certification.

2. Blood Typing Experiment and Analysis
The blood typing experiment explores the ABO and Rh blood groups. Students complete a pre-lab activity, perform the experiment, and analyze the results. Teams collect supplies, follow detailed procedures, and record observations in tables provided in the lab packet. Results from the experiment are analyzed for agglutination patterns, which indicate blood type. For example, if Anti-A and Anti-Rh react, the blood type is A+. Background information discusses the importance of proper blood matching in transfusions to prevent agglutination, which can lead to severe complications like acute renal failure.

3. Blood Histology PowerPoint
This section involves using blood smear slides to identify and photograph blood components such as erythrocytes, neutrophils, and platelets. The PowerPoint presentation requires a slide for each formed element, with clear labeling of the identified cells. Basophils, which are rare in healthy samples, can be sourced from online images if unavailable. The final presentation is submitted through Canvas.

Table of Activities

References

Saladin, K. (2019). Anatomy and Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function (9th ed.). McGraw Hill.

BIOS 255 Week 1 Lab Instructions

MedlinePlus. (2019). Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn. Retrieved from MedlinePlus.