Department of Medical Lab Technology

The Department of Medical Lab Technology offers a three-year undergraduate program in Medical Lab Technology and a two-year, four-semester postgraduate program leading to an M.Sc. in Medical Lab Technology.

Medical Laboratory Technology, a vital branch of clinical laboratory science, supports the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases through a wide range of laboratory tests. It includes microbial screening, chemical analysis, cell counting, and the investigation of bodily fluids, tissues, and blood in addition to medical science. Technologists and medical lab technicians are essential to the gathering, testing, reporting, and recording of clinical investigations. Under the supervision of medical scientists, technologists with extensive expertise can also help with research and manage intricate testing methods while guaranteeing accuracy. In addition to performing standard tests, technicians also prepare specimens, run automated analysers, maintain equipment, and make sure the lab is clean and operating properly.