M.Sc Medical Lab Technology

Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology

M.Sc Medical Lab Technology or Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology (sometimes abbreviated as MLT) is a postgraduate Medical Lab Technologist course. Medical laboratory technology is the field of medical science that performs laboratory investigations for illness diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Students in the Medical Laboratory Technology course learn about disease diagnosis, therapy implementation and monitoring, and a variety of other topics. The Master of Science program in Medical Laboratory Technology lasts two years and provides individuals with several work opportunities upon completion of the degree.

M.Sc Medical Lab Technology Eligibility

• The aspiring students must have passed their B.Sc MLT / B.Sc Nursing / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Zoology / Bioinformatics degree or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
• The candidates should have secured a minimum of 55% aggregate marks in their Bachelor's.

M.Sc Medical Lab Technology Syllabus

Syllabus of Medical Lab Technology course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Sc Medical Lab Technology Colleges

• Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham - Coimbatore Campus, Coimbatore
• Maharishi Markandeshwar University - Mullana Campus, Ambala
• Manipal Academy of Higher Education - MAHE, Manipal

M.Sc Medical Lab Technology Course Suitability

• Candidates should be physically fit because they will be standing for long periods of time.
• They must use extreme caution while handling contagious items or hazardous substances.
• They should be detail-oriented, self-sufficient, exact, devoted, and self-motivated.
• They should be able to do research, complete work quickly and accurately, handle stress, make analytical judgments, analyze technical/scientific data, and have knowledge of laboratory apparatus; mechanical abilities and computer skills are a plus.

How is the M.Sc Medical Lab Technology Course Beneficial?

• They must do drug testing, therapeutic drug monitoring, and biogenetics in clinical settings.
• They can also work as Laboratory Managers/Consultants/Supervisors, Health Care Administrators, Hospital Outreach coordination, Laboratory Information System Analysts/Consultants, Educational Consultants/Coordinators/Directors, Health and Safety Officers, and other positions.
• In a large medical lab, they may have been allocated to a particular area of work. They may perform a number of tests or all areas of lab work in small labs.
• They can also become teachers in schools and colleges after completing specified degrees such as B.Ed and UGC-NET.

M.Sc Medical Lab Technology Employment Areas

• Colleges & Universities
• Clinics / Hospitals / Nursing Homes / Commercial Clinical Laboratories
• Public Health Facilities
• Pharmaceutical Laboratories

M.Sc Medical Lab Technology Job Types

• Analytical Chemistry Associate/Scientist
• Blood Bank Technician / Blood Transfusion Assistant
• Drug Safety Associate
• Lab Assistant / Lab Technician Trainee / Lab Technician / Medical Technician
• Medical Lab In-charge / Medical Officer / Medical Technologist
• Research & Development Manager (Laboratory)
• Technical Officer