This is a comprehensive introduction to the study of clinical immunology designed for postgraduate laboratory medicine students.

You will be introduced to basic immunological mechanisms including an overview of immunology, antigens and antibodies, cells of the immune system and soluble mediators of the immune system. Immune disorders including hypersensitivity reactions, autoimmune disorders, transplantation and tumour immunology will then be addressed. Students will also be given online video presentations from experts from medical/research institutions and diagnostic laboratories reviewing current topics in Clinical Immunology such as allergy, autoimmunity, vaccines and immunotherapeutics.

Your subsequent study of Clinical Immunology will concentrate on the immunological methods used to evaluate human disease and include the theoretical basis for tests of immune function. You will develop basic skills necessary for clinical immunology testing in a diagnostic laboratory and apply critical thinking to solve clinical related questions.

You will develop a sound foundation for further study and professional practice in immunology and associated laboratories. The course requires you to integrate your knowledge of Immunology with other study areas including Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry and Genetics. It also provides a sound foundation for further study in Haematology, Blood Transfusion Science and Pathology.