311233 Medical Laboratory Technician

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Medical Laboratory Assistant
• Medical Laboratory Technical Officer

• Pathology Technician

• Prepares and stains slides and tissue sections to study the cells of blood for histological examination
• Performs diagnostic tests on tissues and fluids, and analyses the chemical constituents of blood, urine, faeces and tissues
• Tests for diseases by looking for the presence of antibodies and the products of immune response in samples
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment, ensuring accuracy and reliability of test results
• Records and analyses test results, and reports findings to medical professionals
• Assists in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases by providing accurate and timely laboratory test results