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Which procedure involves analyzing biopsy specimens for malignancy?
Which procedure involves analyzing biopsy specimens for malignancy?
- Fungal Culture
- Fecal Analysis
- Gram Staining
- Histopathologic Techniques (correct)
What is a primary focus of quality control in clinical laboratories?
What is a primary focus of quality control in clinical laboratories?
- Enhancing patient comfort during tests
- Ensuring the accuracy and precision of test results (correct)
- Training new laboratory staff
- Increasing the number of tests conducted daily
Which of the following is NOT a role of medical technology professionals?
Which of the following is NOT a role of medical technology professionals?
- Perform Clinical Laboratory Testing
- Perform Surgical Operations (correct)
- Conduct Research
- Collaborate with Other Health Care Professionals
Which advanced diagnostic techniques fall under special procedures in medical technology?
Which advanced diagnostic techniques fall under special procedures in medical technology?
In what type of employment can medical technologists serve as educators?
In what type of employment can medical technologists serve as educators?
What is the role of the Med Tech Profession in clinical research?
What is the role of the Med Tech Profession in clinical research?
Which method is NOT a type of blood collection technique?
Which method is NOT a type of blood collection technique?
What is the primary purpose of the clinical laboratory quality control procedures?
What is the primary purpose of the clinical laboratory quality control procedures?
What should NOT be included in the preparations and standardization of reagents for a medical laboratory?
What should NOT be included in the preparations and standardization of reagents for a medical laboratory?
How should urine samples be preserved if they cannot be processed immediately?
How should urine samples be preserved if they cannot be processed immediately?
Which test is NOT classified under common blood tests?
Which test is NOT classified under common blood tests?
What is the correct sequence of blood collection using the Evacuated Tube System (ETS)?
What is the correct sequence of blood collection using the Evacuated Tube System (ETS)?
What is the primary distinction between excretions and secretions?
What is the primary distinction between excretions and secretions?
Which event marked the formal recognition of PAMET as the only accredited professional organization for Registered Medical Technologists in the Philippines?
Which event marked the formal recognition of PAMET as the only accredited professional organization for Registered Medical Technologists in the Philippines?
Who was the first President of PAMET after its organization in 1963?
Who was the first President of PAMET after its organization in 1963?
What was the primary purpose of the organization established by Dr. Serafin Juliano and Dr. Gustavo Reyes in 1970?
What was the primary purpose of the organization established by Dr. Serafin Juliano and Dr. Gustavo Reyes in 1970?
Which law was enacted on June 21, 1969, that significantly impacted the field of medical technology in the Philippines?
Which law was enacted on June 21, 1969, that significantly impacted the field of medical technology in the Philippines?
When was the first annual meeting of PASMETH held?
When was the first annual meeting of PASMETH held?
What is the primary aim of the National Blood Services Act of 1994?
What is the primary aim of the National Blood Services Act of 1994?
Which of the following organizations is part of local professional organizations in the Philippines?
Which of the following organizations is part of local professional organizations in the Philippines?
What does RA 5527 primarily address regarding medical technology practice?
What does RA 5527 primarily address regarding medical technology practice?
Which act was enacted to promote continuing professional development for medical technologists?
Which act was enacted to promote continuing professional development for medical technologists?
Which of the following best describes the focus of CMO No. 13 series of 2017?
Which of the following best describes the focus of CMO No. 13 series of 2017?
Which professional is responsible for the preparation, processing, and staining of tissue specimens?
Which professional is responsible for the preparation, processing, and staining of tissue specimens?
What is the main role of a phlebotomist in the context of medical laboratory work?
What is the main role of a phlebotomist in the context of medical laboratory work?
Which role assists medical technologists and pathologists but has failed the board exam for medical technology?
Which role assists medical technologists and pathologists but has failed the board exam for medical technology?
What is a primary function of the Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC)?
What is a primary function of the Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC)?
Who is tasked with detecting changes in body cells that may signify disease?
Who is tasked with detecting changes in body cells that may signify disease?
Which organization is a professional body accredited by the PRC specifically for medical technologists in the Philippines?
Which organization is a professional body accredited by the PRC specifically for medical technologists in the Philippines?
Which professional collaborates directly with nuclear physicians to administer radioactive substances to patients?
Which professional collaborates directly with nuclear physicians to administer radioactive substances to patients?
What distinguishes an anatomic pathologist from a clinical pathologist?
What distinguishes an anatomic pathologist from a clinical pathologist?
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Study Notes
Role of the Med Tech Profession
- Essential in detection, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of medical conditions.
- Involves manual or automated laboratory processes critical for patient care.
RA 5527 Medical Technology Act of 1969
- Governs the practice of Medical Technology in the Philippines.
- Involves various procedures including blood banking, microbiology, histopathology, and clinical research.
- Requires preparation and standardization of laboratory reagents exclusively for laboratory use.
- Ensures clinical laboratory quality control and specimen collection/preservation.
Responsibilities of Medical Technologists
- Collection and preservation of patient specimens.
- Conducting clinical laboratory testing including blood, urine, and tissue analysis.
- Implementing quality control procedures to ensure accurate test results.
- Engaging in special procedures involving advanced diagnostic equipment.
Blood Collection Methods
- Venipuncture: Extracts blood from a vein using either:
- Syringe Method: Blood extracted with a plunger, then transferred to tubes.
- Evacuated Tube System (ETS): Vacuum inside tubes draws blood through an ETS needle.
- Capillary Puncture: Blood is drawn from capillaries, typically via:
- Finger pricks (children/adults) or heel pricks (neonates) for collection in micro-collection tubes.
Urine Collection
- Commonly collected in a midstream clean catch manner.
- Can be preserved by refrigeration if not processed immediately.
Clinical Laboratory Testing
- Involves examination of fluids (blood, urine, stool, secretions).
- Includes blood banking procedures and microbiological techniques such as fecal analysis and gram staining.
- Histopathology techniques are employed to determine malignancy in biopsies.
Importance of Quality Control
- Guarantees accuracy and precision of laboratory results through constant monitoring of testing methods.
Employment Opportunities for Medical Technologists
- Potential positions in hospital laboratories, clinics, drug testing laboratories, and academia as faculty.
- Specialized fields include medico-legal laboratories, quality management, and research.
Roles in the Clinical Laboratory
- Pathologist: Oversees lab operations, ensuring accurate results from MTs.
- Medical Laboratory Technician: Supports MTs and pathologists, requiring certification.
- Phlebotomist: Specializes solely in blood sample collection.
- Cytotechnologist and Histotechnologist: Involved in analyzing body cells and preparing tissue specimens respectively.
- Nuclear Medical Technologist: Works with radioactive substances and diagnostic imaging.
Professional Organizations
- Act to facilitate collaboration, networking, and professional development among medical technologists.
- PAMET: Accredited national organization representing registered medical technologists in the Philippines.
- PASMETH: Focuses on schools offering medical technology programs.
Relevant Legislation
- RA 5527: Defines legal scope and educational requirements for Medical Technology.
- RA 7719 (National Blood Services Act): Promotes voluntary blood donation and the safety of blood banking.
- RA 10912 (CPD Act): Addresses continuing professional development requirements.
International Professional Organizations
- Facilitate global collaboration among clinical laboratory professionals and enhance professional standards.
- Organizations include ASCP, AACLS, and IFBLS, among others.
Historical Timeline of PAMET
- Founded in 1963 by Mr. Crisanto G. Almario.
- Became incorporated in 1969; formally recognized as the sole accredited organization for RMTs.
- Celebrates Medical Technology profession in September, established by Presidential declaration in 1972.
Local Professional Organizations
- Include BRAP, PSM, and PhBBA, focusing on microbiology, biosafety, and health associations, enhancing local collaboration and quality assurance in clinical laboratories.
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