M.Sc. Medical Lab Technology

Overview

M.Sc. in Medical Lab Technology is a postgraduate program from JAIN (Deemed-to-be University). Medical laboratory Technology is a branch of medical science in performing clinical laboratory investigations which is the first step of diagnosis of any diseases followed with treatment and prevention. The course covers preclinical subjects such as Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology, Blood Banking and Basics in laboratory equipment. The programme provides knowledge and training for opted candidates to place in different clinical laboratories. Students enrolled are imparted training in laboratory management ethics through practical sessions, internal assessment, viva-voce and an internship training program/clinical postings in every semester. These professionals play an important role in collecting, sampling, analyzing, reporting and documenting of clinical investigations.

Program Outcome

• Demonstrate understanding of basic sciences relevant to speciality.
• Acquire the detailed knowledge about the fundamentals and advances of the respective speciality.
• Update knowledge by self-study and by attending courses, conferences and seminars relevant to speciality.
• Undertake audit, use information and carryout research both basic and professional with the aim of publishing or presenting the work at various scientific gatherings.
• Perform routine clinical laboratory procedures within acceptable quality control parameters in Hematology, Chemistry, Immunohematology, and Microbiology under the general supervision of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Pathologist.
• Apply systematized problem solving techniques to identify and correct procedural errors, identify instrument malfunctions and seek proper supervisory assistance, and verify the accuracy of laboratory results obtained.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, utilizing appropriate quality control and safety procedures.
• Recognize and participate in activities which will provide current knowledge and upgrading of skills in laboratory medicine.

• Lab Technician
• Lab Technologist

• Lab Supervisor
• Lab Manager

• Instructor/Tutor
• Lab Analyst