Medical Lab Technician Schools

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Medical lab techs perform a wide variety of medical functions. These include collecting and processing medical specimens, performing lab tests and analyzing results, drawing blood, developing lab cultures, calibrating lab equipment, and recoding and communicating results to the ordering physician. Laboratory tests conducted can occur in many areas, such as: clinical chemistry, hematology, immunology, microbiology, and urinalysis. Lab technicians also develop and monitor tissue and cell cultures.

In addition to conducting tests and analyses, the job typically includes the maintenance of test instruments to keep them operating within established guidelines, and the keeping of detailed records and reporting results. Medical lab technicians must adhere to strict guidelines to insure a contamination free test result, and for safety.

Education requirements for medical lab technicians vary, but more and more jobs are requiring a bachelors degree. Medical lab techs work to help doctors rapidly diagnose diseases and problems. The job requires strong communication skills, and the ability to clearly and accurately communicate test results.

Medical Lab Technician Schools

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Allied Medical & Technical Institute

Pennsylvania

Allied Medical & Technical Institute offers medical and technical training programs in the Northeastern Pennsylvania area. Classes are offered both during the day and at night to provide plenty of schedule options for each student.

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Apollo College

ArizonaNew MexicoOregon

Since opening its doors in 1976, Apollo College has become a recognized leader in private education with over 45,000 graduates. The school offers 16 programs in Allied Health and Computer Technology, and offers a practical real-world education to its students.

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Argosy University

Minnesota

At Argosy University students can pursue a wide range of degree programs, from associates to post doctoral, at campus locations across the country.

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Herzing College

Manitoba

Since 1965, Herzing College has had more than 35,000 people graduate from the college's 11 different locations across the US and Canada. The school provides a quality, student-centered education that prepares students for graduation and employment.

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Indiana Business College

Indiana

Indiana Business College has been educating students and helping them become gainfully and rewardingly employed for over 100 years. Diplomas can be earned in as little as 12 months and Associate degrees can be earned in as little as 18 months.

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Sanford Brown Institute

Texas

The Sanford-Brown Institute has been helping students achieve success for more than 135 years. The Sanford-Brown Institute offers programs that lets students complete their education in business, technology, and healthcare in as little as 9 months.

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University of Cincinnati

Online (study from anywhere)

Prepare for a brighter future with an online degree from the University of Cinicinnati. Choose from a variety of career-track programs including Criminal Justice, Educational Leadership, Nursing and more.

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