Course Information

Welcome to the course on Live and Coagulated Blood Microscopy. The Live and Coagulated Blood Microscopy online course, also known as live blood analysis training, is available through the Douglas Blood Microscopy Centre.

The course spans 20 weeks at a minimum of 6 hours per week, totalling 120 hours of learning. Content is largely supported by published scientific articles and clinical studies, and includes instructional videos on blood sampling, microscope use, and patient interaction, along with quizzes at the end of each session to reinforce knowledge. Detailed notes are provided throughout for ongoing clinical reference, and extensions are available where circumstances require.

Upon successfully completing all 20 quizzes, practitioners are fully certified to apply live blood analysis techniques in the clinic. This online course is based on the same curriculum previously delivered as a 5-day face-to-face training and is now accessible to qualified health practitioners to complete at their own pace from anywhere. Once you have filled in the registration form, our customer support team will be in touch with payment instructions and course access.

If you would like to know more, contact us using the contact details in the footer of this website.

This comprehensive program is divided into three sections:

Section A – The Blood Microscope (TBM)

Section A. introduces practitioners to the specialised microscope configuration required for Live Blood Analysis and Coagulated Blood Microscopy. Covering the essential components of the Olympus CX-43 system, including the Universal Condenser, objectives, illumination, and camera setup, this section explains why combining Dark Field, Phase Contrast, and Differential Interference microscopy is critical to achieving the most accurate and informative blood observations. By the end of this section, practitioners will understand not just how the microscope works, but why the correct configuration directly impacts patient outcomes.

Section B. Live Blood Microscopy (LBM)

Section B forms the core of the Live Blood Analysis course, guiding practitioners through a comprehensive study of blood morphology, microbiology, and the clinical interpretation of live blood observations. Drawing on over a century of research, from Béchamp and Enderlein’s foundational pleomorphic theories through to Bradford’s modern High Resolution Live Blood Morphology techniques, this section equips practitioners to identify and interpret a wide range of red blood cell, white blood cell, and platelet abnormalities, as well as the presence of microorganisms, crystals, and other blood elements. Supported extensively by the published scientific literature, the content bridges the gap between orthodox haematology and the empirical knowledge base underpinning naturopathic and integrative medicine practice.

Across eleven sessions, practitioners develop the observational skills needed to assess a patient’s health status directly from a live blood sample, identifying pre-pathological conditions that standard laboratory testing may not detect. The section also covers Enderlein’s Cyclode Theory and the principles of Isopathy and Sanum Therapy, providing a clinical framework for designing individualised treatment protocols based on blood findings. By the completion of Section B, practitioners will have the knowledge and confidence to conduct a full live blood examination, accurately interpret their observations, and apply those findings meaningfully in a clinical setting.

C. Coagulated Blood Microscopy (CBM)

Section C builds on the foundations of live blood analysis to explore Coagulated Blood Microscopy (CBM), a powerful screening technique that examines how reactive oxygen species (ROS) and free radical activity influence blood coagulation patterns and overall health. Rooted in the pioneering work of Bradford, Hietan, and LeGarde, this section explains the biochemical mechanisms behind free radical generation, the role of the liver in producing blood coagulation factors, and how oxidative stress leaves distinct and identifiable patterns in dried blood drops visible under bright field microscopy.

Across eight sessions, practitioners learn to collect and examine six dried blood drops per patient, interpreting the structural characteristics of the fibrin net, ROS masses, and red blood cell distribution across each of the drop’s concentric rings. By the end of Section C, practitioners will be equipped to conduct a full CBM examination alongside their live blood analysis, providing a comprehensive and complementary picture of each patient’s health status. Together, the two techniques form a uniquely powerful dual-screening approach that supports individualised, evidence-informed clinical practice.

Course Objectives:

• These techniques provide valuable information to health practitioners.
• Not in vitro diagnostic tests, but tools to understand underlying health factors.
• Exciting insights into patient health from over 12,000 cases in 30 years.

Course Content:

• Comprehensive and mostly supported by published scientific articles and clinical studies.
• Some information is empirical and not yet scientifically tested.
• Empirical knowledge is valuable and often eventually scientifically proven.

Course Structure:

• Total of 20 weeks, with each session/topic having approximately equal workload.
• Minimum of 6 hours per week to complete the course within 20 weeks.
• Videos included for blood sampling, microscope use, and patient interaction.
• Quizzes at the end of each session to confirm knowledge.

Certification:

• Successfully complete all 20 quizzes.
• Certified to use these techniques in the clinic.
• 120 hours of total course time.

Important Notes:

• Detailed notes provided for continuous reference.
• Extensions available for extenuating circumstances.
• Based on the 5 full days previously taught face-to-face.

Signing Up for the Course: How do I sign up? View eligibility and enrolment steps →

1. Eligibility:
   • Must be a qualified healthcare practitioner.
   • Current membership in a professional health association.
2. Account Creation:
   • Login to create an account.
   • Upload your details (name, title, address) and copies of qualifications and association membership.
3. Course Access:
   • Once eligibility is confirmed, you will be contacted for payment.
   • Upon payment, you will be given access the online course.
   • Microscope (if purchased) delivered to your provided address.

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X-43 LBM/CBM Blood Microscope System: View the recommended microscope system specifications →

Australian LBM/CBM Microscope System:

• Includes:
  • Specially configured Olympus CX-43 LED Microscope
  • Objectives: 2X, 10XPh, 20XPh, 40XPh, and 100X oil DF
  • Universal condenser
  • CT-5 telescope
  • EP-50 Full HD 5MP Digital Colour CMOS Camera with built-in software
  • Starter Kit: slides, coverslips, lancets, alcohol wipes, immersion oil, Kim Wipes
• Requirements:
  • Windows laptop (7, 8, 8.1, or 10; 32 or 64 bit)
  • Flat screen TV or monitor with HDMI connection

Camera Modes:

1. On-Screen Display (OSD):
   • Independent of a computer
   • Images and videos stored on SD card
   • Requires HDMI cable, USB mouse attachment, and SD memory card
2. WLAN Adaptor and WiFi:
   • Free EP-View software for Windows PC, tablet, or Benchtop computer
   • Image transfer to smartphones (Android or Apple Mac) via WiFi adaptor
3. USB Ethernet Adaptor and LAN Mode:
   • Connects via network modem

Computer Requirements:

• Intel Core i3, i5, or i7 CPU
• 4GB+ RAM
• 30GB+ hard drive storage
• Windows 7, 8, 8.1, or 10
• WLAN interface
• Microsoft .NET Framework version 4.5.2 or higher
• Minimum 1920 x 1080 resolution display, 16:9 format
• 32-bit graphics card, 128MB graphics memory
• Power supply greater than 300W

Outside Australia (Overseas) Microscope System:

• Same as above
• Includes a sturdy travel case for transportation by air, rail, or road.
• Alternatively, details are provided for you to purchase your own microscope locally.

Cost and Purchase:

• Detailed costs for microscope options and online course are available in the Shop.

Important Notes:

• Our specially configured microscope is required for optimal performance.
• Other microscopes recommended for different courses may not be suitable.
• 12-month warranty and support provided for our microscopes.
• First-time course participants are encouraged to purchase the microscope with the course.

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