M.Sc. Blood Bank Technology
This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines
Course Overview
M.Sc. Blood Bank Technology program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is a postgraduate course designed to provide advanced training in blood banking, immunohematology, and transfusion practices, enabling students to assist healthcare teams in ensuring the safe and effective use of blood and blood products.
This program focuses on equipping students with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills from 1st semester itself. The curriculum emphasizes donor screening, blood component separation, compatibility testing, advanced transfusion techniques, and quality assurance in blood bank operations. Students gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art blood bank facilities, focusing on infection control and adherence to international safety standards.
Graduates of this program emerge as ‘Skilled Blood Bank Technologists and Transfusion Medicine Specialists’, enabling them to pursue further higher studies and research in Transfusion Medicine and Blood Bank Technology, along with plenty of job opportunities globally.
Course Details
Description: 2 Years Degree Program
No. of Credits: 80 minimum and as specified
The minimum eligibility is a B.Sc. degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Biomedical Sciences, Allied Health Sciences or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
The M.Sc. Blood Bank Technology curriculum provides advanced training in blood banking, transfusion medicine, immunohematology, blood component preparation, and quality control. This program prepares students for roles in hospitals, blood banks, transfusion centers, and research institutions.
| Semester | Name of the Subject |
| Semester 1 | Advanced Anatomy and Physiology of Blood Fundamentals of Immunohematology Principles of Blood Banking Blood Group Systems Practical: Blood Typing and Crossmatching |
| Semester 2 | Blood Collection and Donor Management Blood Component Preparation and Storage Transfusion Transmissible Infections (TTIs) Quality Control in Blood Banking Practical: Component Preparation and Storage |
| Semester 3 | Advanced Transfusion Medicine Apheresis Technology, Research Methodology and Biostatistics Blood Bank Equipment Maintenance Practical: Apheresis and Transfusion Techniques |
| Semester 4 | Blood Bank Management and Compliance Legal and Ethical Issues in Blood BankingM Thesis/Research Project Practical: Blood Bank Operations and Compliance |
- Immunohematology and Blood Typing: Proficiency in blood typing, Rh factor determination, and crossmatching.
- Donor Management and Blood Collection: Skills in handling donor recruitment, screening, and safe blood collection techniques.
- Blood Component Preparation and Storage: Knowledge of preparing and storing blood components like platelets, plasma, and red blood cells.
- Transfusion Medicine and Apheresis: Expertise in transfusion procedures, handling adverse reactions, and conducting apheresis.
- Quality Control and Compliance: Ability to maintain quality standards, manage documentation, and ensure regulatory compliance in blood banks.
- Blood Bank Operations Management: Skills in managing blood bank operations, staff coordination, and implementing safety protocols.
- Certification in Transfusion Medicine: Specialized training in transfusion procedures, adverse reaction management, and patient care.
- Apheresis Specialist Certification: Focuses on apheresis techniques, including therapeutic and donor apheresis.
- Quality Control in Blood Banking Certification: Covers quality standards, documentation, and regulatory compliance in blood bank operations.
- Blood Bank Management Certification: Training in the management and operational aspects of blood banking and transfusion services.
- Infection Control Certification in Blood Banking: Provides skills to manage infection risks, ensure sterility, and prevent transfusion-transmitted infections.
- Ph.D. in Transfusion Medicine or Hematology
- Fellowship in Apheresis or Immunohematology
- Postgraduate Diploma in Blood Bank Management
- Advanced Certifications in Hemovigilance or Blood Component Therapy
| Duration | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
| 0-3 years | Blood Bank Technician, Immunohematology Specialist | ₹5,00,000 – ₹7,50,000 per annum |
| 3-5 years | Senior Blood Bank Technologist, Apheresis Specialist | ₹7,50,000 – ₹10,00,000 per annum |
| 5-10 years | Blood Bank Manager, Transfusion Medicine Specialist | ₹10,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 per annum |
| 10+ years | Director of Blood Bank Services, Chief Transfusion Specialist | ₹15,00,000+ per annum |
Note: Salaries vary based on experience, location, and type of healthcare institution.
Fee Structure Per Academic Year
| Tuition Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship | ||
| 200000 ₹ | 10000 ₹ | Above 90% – 40000 ₹ | Between 80-90% – 20000 ₹ | Between 70-80% – 10000 ₹ |
