Defining MLS Profession

Cards (20)

  • The R.A in the Philippines which defines the scope of work of the different medical technology professionals.
    R.A 5527 (Medical Technology Act of 1969)
  • They are duly registered physician who is specially trained in methods of laboratory medicine.
    Pathologist
  • They engage in the work of medical technology under the supervision of a licensed physician.
    Medical Technologist
  • A person certified and registered with the Board as qualified to assist a medical technology.
    Medical Laboratory Technicians
  • How many percentage does a person need to obtain in the board exam in order to be e registered medical technician?
    70%
  • An individual the is trained to draw blood either for laboratory tests or blood donations.
    Phlebotomist
  • They work with the pathologist to detect changes in body cells which may be important in the early diagnosis of diseases.
    Cytotechnologist
  • They are responsible for the routine preparation, processing and staining of biopsies and tissue specimens for microscopic examination
    Histotechnologist
  • They apply their knowledge of radiation physics and safety regulations to limit radiation exposure
    Nuclear Medical Technologist
  • Studies the effect of toxic substances on the physiological functions of human beings, animals and plants to develop data for use in consumer protection and industrial safety programs.
    Toxicologist
  • Medical Technology is a multi-disciplinary field which consistently ventures into other areas of health care including health promotion.
    Involvement in Health Promotion Programs
  • Medical technologists should engage in these activities to update their skills.
    Conduct Research
  • It is the act of working together in order to achieve a desired outcome.
    Collaboration
  • This is required to medical technologist with other healthcare practitioners in order to build a well-functioning team.
    Collaborate with Other Health Care Professionals
  • It requires health care providers to keep a patient's personal health information private unless the patient consents to release it.
    Confidentiality
  • They must be able to perform his/her functions according to the professional Code of Ethics for medical technology professionals.
    Demonstrate Professionalism
  • It includes the operation of advanced diagnostic equipment.
    Perform Special Procedures
  • In performing different procedures to diagnose diseases, a medical technologist should _ of both the testing process and its results.
    Ensure Accuracy and Precision of Results
  • A medical technologist should value this particular in conveying or reporting the results of any laboratory results.
    Honesty
  • A person shall be deemed to be in the practice of medical technology within the meaning of this Act, who shall for a salary or other compensation renders any of the following professional services for the purpose of aiding the physician in the diagnosis.
    Practice of Medical Technology