The I-year B-Tech Biomedical Engineering students of RCET embarked on an educational tour to Vivek Laboratories, Nagercoil , providing them with a unique opportunity to witness the practical applications of their theoretical knowledge. The visit was organized in two batches, with the first batch visiting on May 20,2024, and the second batch on May 22,2024.
The students in the blood collection area, learned about the various methods of blood sample collection, types of tubes used for blood tests and how they are identified by their colours. This hands-on experience provided the students with insights into the importance of proper sample collection and labelling in clinical diagnostics. In the blood storage and blood separation area the students observed the centrifugation process, which separates blood into its components: plasma, red blood cells (RBCs), and platelets. They learned about the respective temperatures required for storing these components and were shown actual samples of plasma, RBCs, and platelets. Students understood the critical role of proper storage conditions in maintaining the viability of blood components for transfusions and other medical uses.At Pathology section. They observed how blood samples are further analysed and tested using various machines, tailored to meet different diagnostic needs.
