
Preview essential medical lab technology topics, from safety and phlebotomy to hematology, microbiology, clinical biochemistry, PCR, blood bank, histopathology, plus documentation and job preparation.
Explore the essential role of medical lab technology in healthcare and prepare for a lab career with hands-on modules in safety, clinical microbiology, molecular techniques, and job readiness.
Explore lab safety protocols and infection control, including PPE, biosafety levels, handling of infectious samples, waste disposal, and measures to prevent cross-contamination and needle stick injuries.
Master phlebotomy basics by performing venous, capillary, and arterial blood collection, understanding tube types (edta, serum, citrate, fluoride) and tests like cbc and abgs, while applying safe, step-by-step procedures.
Learn to handle basic medical laboratory equipment, including microscope, centrifuge, incubators, and pipettes, and explore the compound light microscope with its parts and oil immersion magnifications 4x, 10x, 40x, 100x.
Explore hematology basics, including blood components (RBCs, WBCs, platelets, plasma), the complete blood count, and blood smear staining with Leishman and GMZ to diagnose and monitor common disorders.
Explore how clinical biochemistry analyzes blood and body fluids to diagnose and monitor disease using routine and special tests, including glucose, LFTs, RFTs, lipid profile, vitamins, hormones, and tumor markers.
Explore clinical molecular techniques like PCR, real-time PCR, and gel electrophoresis to detect DNA and RNA and diagnose infectious diseases, genetic disorders, and cancer.
Explore the essentials of blood bank and histopathology within medical laboratory technology, emphasizing core concepts for foundational laboratory practice.
This comprehensive Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) course is designed to help students build strong foundational and practical skills required in modern medical laboratories. The course covers essential topics including laboratory safety, infection control, phlebotomy, hematology, microbiology, clinical biochemistry, molecular techniques, documentation, and result interpretation.
Students will gain hands-on understanding of sample collection and handling, laboratory equipment usage, PCR and molecular testing techniques, quality control procedures, and accurate result interpretation. The course also focuses on professional development by teaching communication skills, laboratory ethics, reporting standards, and real-world laboratory workflows used in healthcare environments.
In addition to technical concepts, this course provides career-focused guidance including CV and cover letter building, job application preparation, interview guidance, and job hunting strategies to help learners confidently enter the healthcare and diagnostic laboratory field.
This course is ideal for beginners interested in healthcare careers, students exploring medical fields, graduates who want stronger practical understanding, and individuals preparing for laboratory-related jobs. By the end of the course, students will have clearer concepts of medical laboratory sciences and practical knowledge that can help them work more confidently in hospitals, diagnostic centers, and laboratory environments. The course also includes simplified explanations to help students understand difficult laboratory concepts more easily.