Introduction to the hematology laboratory. -- Blood composition. -- Blood volume and effects of blood loss. -- Blood collection and handling. -- Blood smears and staining. -- Routine hematology laboratory tests. -- Leukocyte cell types and functions. -- Introduction to the immune system. -- Erythrocyte form, function, and indices. -- Erythrocyte abnormalities. -- Anemias and polychthemias. -- Hemostasis and coagulation. -- Hematopoiesis and bone marroe examination. -- Collection and handling of cytology samples.