Questions and Answers
What is the primary focus of the practice of medical technology?
Detection and diagnosis of diseases.
Which of the following roles do Clinical Laboratory Scientists fulfill? (Select all that apply)
Medical technologists are the same as laboratory technicians.
False
In the Philippines, the practice of medical technology is defined in section two (2) of R.A _____.
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What is one way technology is defined?
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Match the following medical technology applications with their purposes:
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What does the Medical Technologists’ Code of Ethics emphasize?
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Study Notes
Learning Outcomes
- Discuss medical technology practice, emphasizing its role in disease detection and diagnosis.
- Distinguish medical technologists from other laboratory roles like technicians and pathologists.
Nature of Medical Technology
- Connection between science and technology is vital for understanding medical technology.
- Science studies the natural world, including biological, psychological, and social interactions.
- Medical technology relies on advancements in disciplines such as chemistry, electronics, and mechanics for disease diagnostics.
Definition of Technology
- Technology is the practical application of science for societal benefit.
- Three definitions of technology:
- Physical artifacts, machines, or instruments.
- Activities or means to achieve goals.
- Knowledge encompassing methods and principles.
Components of Technology
- Physical Elements: Equipment, materials, products used in medical settings.
- Intangible Elements: Knowledge, skills, and procedures essential for effective technology implementation.
Role of Medical Technology
- Designed to enhance detection, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of diseases.
- Increasing automation leads to more analytical tasks for technologists, reducing hands-on work.
- Focuses on improving efficiency, reducing risks, and enhancing patient care quality.
Clinical Laboratory Testing
- Critical for detecting and diagnosing diseases.
- Clinical laboratory scientists conduct various tests on body fluids, tissues, and cells.
Responsibilities of Clinical Laboratory Scientists
- Identify bacteria, parasites, and microorganisms.
- Analyze the chemical composition of fluids and facilitate blood matching for transfusions.
- Monitor drug levels in blood, evaluating patient response to treatments.
- Prepare specimens for cell counting and detecting abnormalities.
- Utilize microscopes and sophisticated laboratory equipment.
- Employ automated equipment to conduct multiple tests simultaneously.
- Analyze and interpret test results.
Medical Technology Practice in the Philippines
- Governed by R.A. 5527, known as the Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969.
- The act defines medical technology practice, emphasizing professional services aiding physicians in diagnostics and health promotion.
Specific Functions Defined by the Act
- Examination of body tissues, fluids, and secretions using various laboratory techniques.
- Conduct blood banking processes.
- Perform parasitological, microbiological, and mycological procedures.
- Engage in histopathologic and cytotechnological practices.
- Conduct clinical research requiring medical technology applications.
- Prepare and standardize lab reagents and controls.
- Ensure clinical laboratory quality control and manage specimen collection.
Code of Ethics for Medical Technologists
- Emphasizes professionalism and responsibility.
- Requires adherence to laws and avoidance of illegal practices.
- Advocates for integrity and avoidance of associations with questionable enterprises.
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Explore the essential role of medical technology professionals in disease detection and diagnosis. This quiz distinguishes medical technologists from other laboratory staff and elaborates on the nature of the profession. Enhance your understanding of clinical laboratory science and its impact on healthcare.
