Programme Overview
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (D.M.L.T.) is a one-year diploma course that trains the students to become skilled and competent to work at medical laboratories. As one of the fastest-growing fields in health care, the students will learn how to diagnose and treat ailments and manage the various aspects of medical laboratories to become professionals.
Programme Outcomes
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Knowledge of Subject –
The students will learn in-depth about the concepts of Biochemistry, Blood Bank, Pathology, Microbiology and more.
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Training –
Through the course, the students will learn the process of identifying, inspecting and testing various diseases and be trained to use the laboratory technologies and equipment.
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Communication –
Students will hone their oral and written skills to correctly convey the diagnosis and treatment methods to the patients and their guardians.
Eligibility :
Minimum SSC PASSED
Duration :
1–2 years + internship
Mode of Education :
Regular & Correspondence
Syllabus :
📘 1st Year / Basic Subjects
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
Structure and functions of body systems
Digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular systems
Nervous system basics
- Biochemistry
Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids
Enzymes and metabolism
Liver and kidney function tests
- Basic Microbiology
Introduction to microorganisms
Bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites
Sterilization & disinfection
- Pathology (Basic)
Cell injury and inflammation
Blood components and functions
Basics of disease processes
🔬 2nd Year / Advanced Subjects
- Clinical Pathology
Urine examination
Stool examination
Body fluids analysis
- Hematology
Blood tests (Hb, RBC, WBC, platelets)
ESR, PCV
Anemia and blood disorders
- Clinical Biochemistry
Blood sugar, lipid profile
Kidney function test (KFT)
Liver function test (LFT)
- Microbiology (Advanced)
Culture and sensitivity tests
Identification of bacteria
Antibiotic testing
- Serology & Immunology
Antigen-antibody reactions
Tests like Widal, HIV, HBsAg
🏥 Practical / Lab Training
Blood sample collection
Microscope handling
Lab equipment use
Staining techniques
Report preparation
📋 Internship / Clinical Posting
3 to 6 months hospital lab training
Real patient sample testing
Lab management basics
🎓 Additional Topics
Lab safety & biomedical waste management
Quality control in lab
Basic computer knowledge for lab reporting
