Overview:

BMLT is an undergraduate course that comprises 3 years divided into 6 semesters and is offered by many colleges and universities in India. The course will help students to understand medical laboratory technology in detail through practical expertise and also teach about the role of laboratory testing in diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease. By the end of the course, the student will be able to function with highly specialized instruments used in laboratories and diagnosis tests.

The course provides a blended mode of learning through lectures, laboratory exercises, and case studies and aims to provide technical skills, attention to minute details, and commitment toward quality control practices.

Course Curriculum

The Bachelor in Medical Lab Technology course includes core modules that provide students with a solid understanding of the different aspects of laboratory technology. Core modules include:

1. Human Anatomy and Physiology
2. Clinical Biochemistry
3. Microbiology and Immunology
4. Hematology and Blood Banking
5. Pathology and Cytology
6. Clinical Pathology and Parasitology
7. Instrumentation and Techniques in Medical Laboratory Technology
8. Histopathology and Cytogenetics
9. Clinical Toxicology and Pharmacology
10. Laboratory Management and Medical Ethics
11. Research Methodology and Biostatistics
12. Advanced Diagnostic Techniques
     

Career Opportunities

Some of the possible career roles for the graduates of BMLT include:

1. Medical Laboratory Technologist
2. Clinical Laboratory Scientist
3. Pathology Technician
4. Microbiologist
5. Biochemist
6. Hematology Technologist
7. Histopathology Technician
8. Laboratory Manager
9. Research Assistant
10. Quality Control Analyst

Employment Sectors
BMLT graduates have openings in a host of sectors. These include:

1. Hospitals and healthcare institutions
2. Diagnostic Laboratories and Pathology Labs
3. Blood banks
4. Research and Development Laboratories
5. Pharmaceutical Companies
6. Public Health Departments
7. forensic laboratories
8. Academic and Research Institutions
9. Biotechnology Firms
10. Corporate Health Care and Wellness Centers
     

The starting salary for BMLT-passed outs normally ranges from INR 20,000 to INR 50,000 per month depends on the nature of the job, sector of employment, and previous experiences. The salary increases with experience and specialization.