Immunity, by simple medical definition, is the process that occurs to protect the body against pathogens and infectious diseases. There are various processes within ourView More
Category: Med Lab Educational Requirements
Doctorate of Clinical Laboratory Science
Introduction As a CLS/MLS, have you ever received a call from a doctor asking which test to order? You, as the technologist or supervisor, proceedView More
Current and Future Challenges of the Clinical Laboratory Workforce
We posted a blog back in May 2020 entitled Covid-19 Pandemic Helps Advocate Clinical Laboratory Professions. While the pandemic increased visibility, it also caused disruptionView More
Laboratory Regulation: Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act & Amendments
Modern labs began in the 1900’s. As technology advanced and patients demanded easier access to care, regulations were created to ensure accurate and cost-effective lab results.
Phlebotomists: The Front Line of the Clinical Laboratory
Approximately 70% of medical decisions are based on clinical laboratory results on all types of patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue, etc.). Phlebotomists collect blood samplesView More
Education Requirements to Work in the Medical Laboratory
There are many different medical laboratory careers from which to choose, with requirements ranging from a high school diploma to a doctorate degree. Job TitleView More