The student is given the opportunity to obtain the training necessary to become a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) through this 102 quarter credit hour program. Laboratory tests play an important part in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of many diseases. Medical laboratory technicians Perform a wide variety of tests and laboratory procedures that require a high level of skill. Medical laboratory technicians work under the supervision of a medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist in all areas of the clinical laboratory.
Students will have exposure to state of the art laboratory equipment and resources including chemistry and hematology analyzers.
The medical laboratory technician analyzes the blood, tissues and fluids in the human body by using precision instruments such as microscopes and automated analyzers. Technicians assist in performing complicated chemical, microscopic and bacteriological tests including: blood cholesterol level; microscopic examination of the blood to detect the presence of diseases; and cultures of body fluid or tissue samples to determine the presence of bacteria, parasites or other micro¬organisms. Technicians may also type and cross match blood samples. Collection of blood samples by venipuncture and skin puncture is a required skill of medical technicians.
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