Introduction to Medical Technology

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What is the primary focus of medical technology?

Performing laboratory analyses for diagnosis and treatment (correct)

Conducting surgical procedures

Aiding in athletic performance

Developing herbal remedies

Which sciences are applied in medical technology?

Only physical sciences

Only biological sciences

Social sciences and humanities

Natural, physical, and biological sciences (correct)

What is one of the training areas in medical technology?

Nutrition

Clinical Microscopy (correct)

Public speaking

Philosophy

Which practice is associated with historical beliefs in disease causation?

Belief in evil spirits and witchcraft Signup and view all the answers

What kind of techniques does medical technology utilize in laboratory procedures?

Various electronic, chemical, microscopic, and other techniques Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of medical technology in health professions?

Performing laboratory analyses for diagnosis and treatment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of medical technology?

Superstitious rituals Signup and view all the answers

The PMT Act of 1969 is related to which field?

Medical technology Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of Senate Bill 2743 introduced by Senator Teofisto Guingona III in 2014?

To repeal several previous laws related to healthcare. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a component of blood analysis?

Genetic Testing Signup and view all the answers

Which procedure is specifically mentioned as related to blood transfusions?

Blood typing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the buffy coat in blood tests?

To isolate white blood cells and platelets. Signup and view all the answers

Which blood component is NOT one of the four main components of blood?

Buffy coat Signup and view all the answers

What practice was associated with Emperor Shen Nung in relation to disease prevention?

Environmental sanitation Signup and view all the answers

According to the theory of humors, which fluid is NOT one of the four humors identified by Hippocrates?

Serum Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary belief regarding the cause of diseases before the acceptance of natural causes?

Supernatural causes Signup and view all the answers

What diagnostic practice involved examining urine in ancient medicine?

Water casting Signup and view all the answers

Who is recognized as the father of modern anatomic pathology?

Marcelo Malphigi Signup and view all the answers

What was the relationship between the theory of humors and the understanding of disease in ancient times?

Imbalance of the four humors was thought to be the primary cause of disease. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding Emperor Shen Nung's beliefs about disease?

He emphasized the role of supernatural beliefs in illness. Signup and view all the answers

What important health practice is attributed to Emperor Shen Nung?

Handwashing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the head of a microscope?

To support the eyepiece lens and connect to the nose piece Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the microscope is primarily responsible for supporting its structure?

Base Signup and view all the answers

In binocular microscopes, what feature allows for better visualization adjustments?

Flexible eyepiece tube Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the eyepiece in a microscope?

To magnify the specimen for the viewer Signup and view all the answers

How does the arm of the microscope contribute to its functionality?

It connects and supports the head and eyepiece tube. Signup and view all the answers

Which component is located at the top of the microscope and closest to the viewer's eye?

Eyepiece Signup and view all the answers

What feature differentiates a monocular microscope from a binocular microscope?

Flexibility of the eyepiece tube Signup and view all the answers

What is usually not found in the base of a microscope?

Objective lenses Signup and view all the answers

Who is recognized as the Father of American Pathology?

Unknown pathologist from Bellevue Hospital Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the pap test?

To screen for cervical malignancy Signup and view all the answers

What significant organization was established in 1922?

American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Signup and view all the answers

What was the first clinical laboratory established in the US?

University of Michigan Hospital Signup and view all the answers

Which technique contributed to the discovery of tumor markers?

Hybridoma technology Signup and view all the answers

What is the CYFRA 21-1 test used for?

Detecting lung cancer Signup and view all the answers

What year was the first four-year Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology introduced?

1954 Signup and view all the answers

During which event did the healthcare team serve at the US bases in Leyte?

World War II Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Technology Overview

Medical technology involves laboratory analyses for disease diagnosis, treatment, and health maintenance.
It applies principles from natural, physical, and biological sciences in medical settings.
The Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969 governs practices in this field.

Historical Context

Early beliefs attributed diseases to supernatural causes and witchcraft, leading to practices like rituals and purgation.
Traditional medical practices included amputations, herbal medicine, and trephining.
Hippocrates, known as the Father of Medicine, introduced the concept of humors, outlining four body fluids: blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile.
The central Hippocratic doctrine linked diseases to imbalances in these humors.

Contributions to Medical Practice

Marcelo Malpighi is recognized as the Father of Modern Anatomic Pathology for his work in embryology and anatomy.
Jean Baptiste van Helmont developed gravimetric urine testing.
"Water casting" (Uroscopy) involved analyzing urine characteristics for disease diagnosis.

Microscopy

A microscope has three main parts: head (contains eyepiece and nosepiece), arm (supports head), and base (provides stability).
Eyepiece and eyepiece tube are critical for specimen visualization, with adjustments available in binocular models.

Clinical Laboratory Development

Key laboratory disciplines include microbiology, hematology, clinical chemistry, clinical microscopy, immunology, and histopathology.
Blood donation, typing, and crossmatching are essential for patient care.

Pathology Advancements

The first pathology laboratory in America was established at Bellevue Hospital, focusing on cancer detection using the Pap test.
Major Historical events include the formation of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) in 1922 and advancements in tumor marker research.

Philippine Medical Technology Milestones

American and Philippine healthcare partnership during WWII led to the establishment of clinical laboratories, including Manila Public Health Laboratory in 1944.
Dr. Alfredo Pio Roda and Dr. Mariano Icasiano played significant roles in the development of medical technology education post-war, culminating in the first Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology program in 1954.

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Explore the fundamentals of medical technology in this quiz. Learn about its role in laboratory determinations, analyses, and its application in diagnosing and treating diseases. Test your knowledge and understanding of this vital branch of medicine.