Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT)

Medical Laboratory Technologists (MLTs) play a critical role in the health system by performing lab tests on blood, body fluids, cells and tissues. A blood sugar test to diagnose and monitor diabetes — a biopsy to check for cancer — prenatal testing to detect genetic diseases — enzyme analysis to identify heart disease — assessment of cells and tissues to aid surgical decisions - these and thousands of other tests performed by MLTs. MLTs in various specialties collect and process specimens, analyze results, and interpret findings. The knowledge and expertise of the MLT contributes to innovation in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and medical conditions.

Every MLT is a regulated health care professional as mandated by the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991. In accordance with the legislation, MLTs;

• Are the only individuals allowed to use the restricted title of Medical Laboratory Technologist,
• Have a defined scope of practice, which includes authorization to perform a medical act,
• May extend their professional practice beyond their scope of practice through delegation and medical directives,
• Meet strict safety and ethical standards and are held accountable for their conduct and practice, so the public can have confidence in their lab tests.

Eligibility

Educational qualification

Applicants should have completed B.Sc (Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Zoology, Botany, Biotechnology) from the recognized University

Age

• Individuals aged between 14 and 40 years of age as on date of start of admission session are eligible to apply for admission.
• Candidates should have domicile certificate of Gujarat state issued by competent authority.
• Candidates have to produce original certificates during counseling.
• If anyone found ineligible during any stage, his / her candidates will be cancelled.

Age Relaxation

• 45 years in case of ex-servicemen
• 45 years in case of war widows
• Widows / separated women would be allowed to join various training programmers under C.T.S. up to the age of 35 years
• The upper age limit for physically handicapped candidates is relaxed by 10 years and kept as 35 years as on the date of admission

Duration of Course

One Year. Eight Month Theory - Practical & Four month Internship

Certification Info

Certification for M.L.T Technologists available through the GCVT (Gujarat Counseling Vocational Training)

Job Opportunity

Lab Technologist is responsible to work in labs. Lab Technologist works in different settings which incorporate social insurance, industry, and instructive establishments. Lab specialists may work in a wide assortment of fields, for example, solution, science, gadgets, geography and the earth.