Introduction to MLT Lecture

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This course will provide an in-depth examination of the role and responsibilities of the Medical Laboratory Technician as an important professional in the delivery of quality health care. Discussions will include such topics as: quality assurance, the general organization, operational activities of a clinical laboratory, and career opportunities for MLT graduates. In addition, students will be introduced to specimen collection and processing techniques, equipment used in the clinical laboratory, safety policies and procedures, and the application of laboratory mathematics.