Medical Laboratory Sciences

Academic Focus

The primary focus of the Medical Laboratory Sciences course is the use of clinical laboratory tests for illness diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Students in the course learn how to conduct tests that aid in disease diagnosis and therapy. Additionally, the course gives students the skills they need to operate sophisticated equipment and conduct precise laboratory tests.

Medical lab technicians work in lab environments that aid in the diagnosis of illnesses. Medical laboratory technicians need to be innovative, creative, and have strong problem-solving abilities, among other things. They are extremely important to the operation of any medical facility. Doctors perform tests on the specimens while being supervised by laboratory managers and technologists.

The M.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Sciences program offers advanced education in laboratory science, focusing on biological specimen analysis and disease diagnosis. Key areas include chemical analysis, laboratory tests, instrument operation, quality control, and molecular testing techniques. The program also covers organ function, metabolic disorders, and the maintenance of laboratory instruments.

Career Scope

Medical Laboratory Technicians work includes areas such as blood banking, clinical chemistry, haematology, immunology, microbiology, cyto technology, urine analysis, and blood sampling, etc. There are number of fields that further can serve as suitable career options for aspirants.

M.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Sciences offers diverse career opportunities in healthcare, research, education, and management. Common career focuses include Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist, Clinical Research Scientist, Quality Assurance Manager, Clinical Instructor/Educator, Public Health Laboratory Scientist, Laboratory Informatics Specialist, and Bioinformatics Analyst.

A number of opportunities in this field have been on the rise.

• CT scan technicians
• MRI technicians
• X-ray Technicians
• Dental Machine Technician
• Operation Theatre Technician
• MRI Technician
• Pathology Technician
• Physiotherapy Technician
• Optical Laboratory Technician
• Renal Dialysis Technician
• Radiology Technician

The jobs are usually in a clinical lab setting. Some of the most common job sectors where there are enormous employment opportunities are:

• Government or Private hospitals
• Pathological labs
• Minor emergency centers
• Blood donor centers
• Healthcare centers
• Clinics
• Research facilities

 

Courses  Offered

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (DMLT)

Duration   : 2 years + 6 months Internship

Eligibility : 50% aggregate in 10+2 (Science) with Physics, Chemistry & Biology

Course Fees :

Admission Fee                           :  Rs.   33,000/-

Tuition Fee per Semester           :  Rs.  30,000/-

Caution Deposit *(Refundable) :  Rs.  10,000/-

 

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences [BMLT]

Duration    : 4 Years (3 years + 12 months internship)

Eligibility  :

• Passed Higher Secondary (10+2) or equivalent examination recognised by any Indian Board or a duly constituted Board or National Open School with at least 50% marks in aggregate of Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
• Admission shall be made on the basis of NEET examination and merit list based on 10+2 marks.

Course Fees :

Admission Fee                           :  Rs.    45,000/-

Tuition Fee per Semester           :  Rs.    55,000/-

Caution Deposit *(Refundable) :  Rs.   15,000/-

 

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences Lateral Entry [BMLT-LE]

Duration    : 3 Years (2 years + 12 months internship)

Eligibility : 50% aggregate in Diploma Medical Laboratory Technology (2 years) after 10+2 (Science) or 45% aggregate in Diploma MLT (3 years after 10th )

Course Fees :

Admission Fee                            :  Rs.    45,000/-

Tuition Fee per Semester            :  Rs.    55,000/-

Caution Deposit *(Refundable)  :  Rs.   15,000/-

 

Master in Medical Laboratory Sciences

Duration      :  2 Years

Eligibility    : Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT) from recognized university with a minimum 50% marks in aggregate.

Course Fees :

Admission Fee                           :  Rs.   40,000/-

Tuition Fee per Semester          :  Rs.   50,000/-

Caution Deposit *(Refundable) :  Rs.  15,000/-