Master of Science in Transfusion Medicine

Academics

The primary goal for the TRM-MS Program is to prepare graduates of the TRM-MS program to be competent Specialists in Blood Bank Technology/Transfusion Medicine (SBB) with advanced knowledge, skills and professional appreciation for Blood Bank Technology/Transfusion Medicine profession. Graduates are prepared for a career in consultation, administration and supervisor or research in the field of immunohematology and transfusion medicine. Prior SBB(ASCP) certification is required for admission to the TRM-MS program.

The Master of Science in Transfusion Medicine degree program can be combined with the UTMB SBB Certificate Program through completion of an additional three (3) semesters prior to beginning the Master of Science in Transfusion Medicine. After completion of the certificate program, the student must challenge and pass the SBB(ASCP) exam to continue on with the MSTM degree program.

Along with their SBB knowledge, graduates of the TRM-MS program will:

1. Develop technical and supervisory competencies in immunohematology, blood product manufacturing, biotherapies and transfusion medicine.
2. Integrate theoretical concepts to interpret the clinical significance of results, including complex serological testing, for provision of blood component therapy.
3. Troubleshoot and resolve questionable laboratory results.
4. Participate in the healthcare team by providing quality health services and education to patients and other healthcare professionals.
5. Correlate current techniques with potential new techniques, including molecular technologies.
6. Validate procedures and instrumentation and conduct basic research within the clinical laboratory.
7. Formulate a research question, conduct the study or capstone project, and publish or present the findings.
8. Submit completed written project reports for presentation at regional or national professional meetings or for publication.

This degree track can be completed online. Upon completion of this program, the individual would be awarded the Master of Science in Transfusion Medicine degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch.