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Which responsibility is crucial for maintaining the integrity of clinical laboratory results?
Which responsibility is crucial for maintaining the integrity of clinical laboratory results?
Which job opportunity directly involves performing diagnostic laboratory tests?
Which job opportunity directly involves performing diagnostic laboratory tests?
Which area of specialty focuses on the study of blood components and their functions?
Which area of specialty focuses on the study of blood components and their functions?
In which workplace setting would you likely find a perfusionist operating medical equipment?
In which workplace setting would you likely find a perfusionist operating medical equipment?
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What is a primary responsibility of health care professionals that aids in patient trust?
What is a primary responsibility of health care professionals that aids in patient trust?
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What is the primary focus of Medical Technology according to Walters (1996)?
What is the primary focus of Medical Technology according to Walters (1996)?
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According to R.A. 5527, what is NOT included in the practice of Medical Technology?
According to R.A. 5527, what is NOT included in the practice of Medical Technology?
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What role does a Medical Technologist play under R.A. 5527?
What role does a Medical Technologist play under R.A. 5527?
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How is Medical Technology described in terms of its nature according to the content?
How is Medical Technology described in terms of its nature according to the content?
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Which of the following best defines the 'technology' aspect of Medical Technology?
Which of the following best defines the 'technology' aspect of Medical Technology?
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Which of the following laboratory procedures falls under the competencies outlined by R.A. 5527?
Which of the following laboratory procedures falls under the competencies outlined by R.A. 5527?
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What application of science is primarily emphasized in the Medical Technology practice?
What application of science is primarily emphasized in the Medical Technology practice?
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Which area is NOT associated with Medical Technology based on R.A. 5527?
Which area is NOT associated with Medical Technology based on R.A. 5527?
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What medical condition did Sushruta describe in relation to urine?
What medical condition did Sushruta describe in relation to urine?
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Which physician attributed hematuria to kidney problems?
Which physician attributed hematuria to kidney problems?
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In which era was the concept of visually examining urine characteristics for diagnosis primarily recognized?
In which era was the concept of visually examining urine characteristics for diagnosis primarily recognized?
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Which ancient text is known as the oldest preserved compilation of medical knowledge?
Which ancient text is known as the oldest preserved compilation of medical knowledge?
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What significant link did Galen identify regarding urine?
What significant link did Galen identify regarding urine?
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To whom is the beginning of medical technology attributed according to Ruth Williams?
To whom is the beginning of medical technology attributed according to Ruth Williams?
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Which ancient thinker described diabetes in the context of excess urine production?
Which ancient thinker described diabetes in the context of excess urine production?
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What is a primary characteristic of urine identified in ancient medical texts associated with diabetes?
What is a primary characteristic of urine identified in ancient medical texts associated with diabetes?
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Who led the reorganization of the abandoned laboratory that became the Manila Public Health Laboratory?
Who led the reorganization of the abandoned laboratory that became the Manila Public Health Laboratory?
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What was the primary focus of the medical technician training program offered between 1947 and 1954?
What was the primary focus of the medical technician training program offered between 1947 and 1954?
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Which military division was responsible for establishing the first clinical laboratory in the Philippines?
Which military division was responsible for establishing the first clinical laboratory in the Philippines?
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What significant event occurred in June 1945 regarding the Manila Public Health Laboratory?
What significant event occurred in June 1945 regarding the Manila Public Health Laboratory?
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Which individual supported Dr. Alfredo Pio de Roda during the reorganization of the lab in 1945?
Which individual supported Dr. Alfredo Pio de Roda during the reorganization of the lab in 1945?
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What was a key condition established by Koch’s postulates for identifying a pathogen?
What was a key condition established by Koch’s postulates for identifying a pathogen?
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Which institution was recognized for establishing the first clinical laboratory in the United States?
Which institution was recognized for establishing the first clinical laboratory in the United States?
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Who was the first dean of Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine?
Who was the first dean of Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine?
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Which year did the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science become recognized as an autonomous group for non-physician clinical laboratory scientists?
Which year did the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science become recognized as an autonomous group for non-physician clinical laboratory scientists?
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What significant change occurred with the establishment of administrative units of clinical laboratories in hospitals in 1920?
What significant change occurred with the establishment of administrative units of clinical laboratories in hospitals in 1920?
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Which institution offered the first medical technology degree program?
Which institution offered the first medical technology degree program?
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What major development in professional recognition for medical technologists began in the 1950s?
What major development in professional recognition for medical technologists began in the 1950s?
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What was the major focus of the book edited by John Bernard Henry in 1908?
What was the major focus of the book edited by John Bernard Henry in 1908?
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When was the law relating to the demand for and training of laboratory technicians enacted in Pennsylvania?
When was the law relating to the demand for and training of laboratory technicians enacted in Pennsylvania?
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What was the primary purpose of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) at its inception?
What was the primary purpose of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) at its inception?
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What significant health institution was established in Cebu by Spanish authorities?
What significant health institution was established in Cebu by Spanish authorities?
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Which event marked the establishment of the Bureau of Government Laboratories?
Which event marked the establishment of the Bureau of Government Laboratories?
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Who was the first director of the Bureau of Government Laboratories?
Who was the first director of the Bureau of Government Laboratories?
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What was one of the main functions of the Bureau of Government Laboratories after its reorganization in 1905?
What was one of the main functions of the Bureau of Government Laboratories after its reorganization in 1905?
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Where was the Bureau of Government Laboratories located in Manila?
Where was the Bureau of Government Laboratories located in Manila?
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What was notable about the first clinical laboratory established in the Philippines?
What was notable about the first clinical laboratory established in the Philippines?
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What was a feature of the Bureau of Government Laboratories?
What was a feature of the Bureau of Government Laboratories?
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Which of the following is NOT associated with the early development of medical technology in the Philippines?
Which of the following is NOT associated with the early development of medical technology in the Philippines?
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What significant action was taken in June 1945 regarding the Manila Public Health Laboratory?
What significant action was taken in June 1945 regarding the Manila Public Health Laboratory?
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Who were the key individuals involved in the reorganization of the Manila Public Health Laboratory in October 1945?
Who were the key individuals involved in the reorganization of the Manila Public Health Laboratory in October 1945?
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During which years was the medical technician training program offered to high school graduates?
During which years was the medical technician training program offered to high school graduates?
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What was the name given to the clinical laboratory established by the 6th infantry division of the US army?
What was the name given to the clinical laboratory established by the 6th infantry division of the US army?
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What type of educational program was implemented at the Manila Public Health Laboratory during the early years after its establishment?
What type of educational program was implemented at the Manila Public Health Laboratory during the early years after its establishment?
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What responsibility is essential for ensuring that laboratory results are not only accurate but also precise?
What responsibility is essential for ensuring that laboratory results are not only accurate but also precise?
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Which area of specialty primarily deals with the diagnosis of diseases through the examination of body fluids, tissues, and organs?
Which area of specialty primarily deals with the diagnosis of diseases through the examination of body fluids, tissues, and organs?
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In the context of job opportunities within health care, which role primarily emphasizes research and development in medical technologies?
In the context of job opportunities within health care, which role primarily emphasizes research and development in medical technologies?
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Which additional responsibility is crucial for health care professionals in fostering trust and ethical practice?
Which additional responsibility is crucial for health care professionals in fostering trust and ethical practice?
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Which setting is least likely to employ molecular scientists, given the various places of work listed?
Which setting is least likely to employ molecular scientists, given the various places of work listed?
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Which individual is credited with the invention of the microscope in the 1590s?
Which individual is credited with the invention of the microscope in the 1590s?
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What did Anton van Leeuwenhoek significantly improve upon in the 17th century?
What did Anton van Leeuwenhoek significantly improve upon in the 17th century?
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What discovery was made by Frederick Dekkers regarding urine in the 17th century?
What discovery was made by Frederick Dekkers regarding urine in the 17th century?
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Which medical advancement is Richard Lower known for in the 18th century?
Which medical advancement is Richard Lower known for in the 18th century?
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Which of the following statements aligns with Koch's postulates?
Which of the following statements aligns with Koch's postulates?
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What notable contribution did Louis Pasteur make in the 19th century?
What notable contribution did Louis Pasteur make in the 19th century?
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Which procedure is associated with the study and diagnosis of hematuria?
Which procedure is associated with the study and diagnosis of hematuria?
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What was the primary focus of John Snow's work during the cholera outbreak in 1854?
What was the primary focus of John Snow's work during the cholera outbreak in 1854?
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In which century was the significance of examining urine for its physical characteristics especially recognized?
In which century was the significance of examining urine for its physical characteristics especially recognized?
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Which of the following best describes the interdisciplinary nature of Medical Technology?
Which of the following best describes the interdisciplinary nature of Medical Technology?
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What role does a Medical Technologist fulfill according to RA No. 5527?
What role does a Medical Technologist fulfill according to RA No. 5527?
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Which of the following procedures is NOT mentioned in R.A. 5527 as part of Medical Technology practice?
Which of the following procedures is NOT mentioned in R.A. 5527 as part of Medical Technology practice?
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How is the application of technology in Medical Technology characterized?
How is the application of technology in Medical Technology characterized?
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In which area does Medical Technology NOT primarily focus as indicated in the provided content?
In which area does Medical Technology NOT primarily focus as indicated in the provided content?
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Which statement about the examination performed in Medical Technology is accurate?
Which statement about the examination performed in Medical Technology is accurate?
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Which of the following is a significant characteristic of Medical Technology practice?
Which of the following is a significant characteristic of Medical Technology practice?
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What is one of the key functions of Medical Technology as stated in R.A. 5527?
What is one of the key functions of Medical Technology as stated in R.A. 5527?
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Where is the first clinical laboratory in the Philippines located?
Where is the first clinical laboratory in the Philippines located?
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Who is recognized as the first medical technologist in the Philippines to earn a Bachelor's degree?
Who is recognized as the first medical technologist in the Philippines to earn a Bachelor's degree?
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Who is considered the founder of Medical Technology Education in the Philippines?
Who is considered the founder of Medical Technology Education in the Philippines?
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Which government act requires the registration of medical technologists in the Philippines?
Which government act requires the registration of medical technologists in the Philippines?
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What significant development occurred regarding the Manila Public Health Laboratory in June 1945?
What significant development occurred regarding the Manila Public Health Laboratory in June 1945?
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In which year did the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science gain recognition as an autonomous group for non-physician clinical laboratory scientists?
In which year did the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science gain recognition as an autonomous group for non-physician clinical laboratory scientists?
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Which of the following was a requirement for establishing Koch's postulates?
Which of the following was a requirement for establishing Koch's postulates?
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What was a significant development in laboratory medicine in the mid-1800s in the United States?
What was a significant development in laboratory medicine in the mid-1800s in the United States?
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Who was instrumental in opening the first teaching laboratory at Bellevue Medical College?
Who was instrumental in opening the first teaching laboratory at Bellevue Medical College?
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Which significant organizational change in clinical laboratories occurred by 1922?
Which significant organizational change in clinical laboratories occurred by 1922?
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What was one notable feature of the Clinical Diagnosis book edited by John Bernard Henry?
What was one notable feature of the Clinical Diagnosis book edited by John Bernard Henry?
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What did the establishment of administrative units in clinical laboratories around 1920 signify?
What did the establishment of administrative units in clinical laboratories around 1920 signify?
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In what year did the University of Minnesota offer the first medical technology degree program?
In what year did the University of Minnesota offer the first medical technology degree program?
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Which individual's work primarily recognized medical technologists within a legal framework during the 1950s?
Which individual's work primarily recognized medical technologists within a legal framework during the 1950s?
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What law was enacted in Pennsylvania in 1918 regarding clinical laboratories?
What law was enacted in Pennsylvania in 1918 regarding clinical laboratories?
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What role did John Bernard Henry play in the early development of laboratory science?
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Study Notes
Prayer Before Class
- Holy Spirit, true source of light and wisdom, illuminate the intellect.
- Dissipate the darkness of sin and ignorance.
- Grant a penetrating mind, retentive memory, and method.
- Enhance ease of learning and comprehension skills.
- Guide the work's progress toward successful completion.
- Bring this work to fulfillment through Christ.
- Reinforce the relationship between God, the Father, and the student.
Overview of the Medical Technology Profession
- Medical technology is also called clinical laboratory science or medical laboratory science.
- It's defined as applying natural, physical, and biological sciences to laboratory procedures supporting disease diagnosis and treatment.
Outline
- Part I: Introduction to medical technology, with a historical perspective.
- Part II: Medical technology education.
Learning Outcome
- The learning outcome is to discuss the practice of medical technology, focusing on the Philippines setting.
Formative Assessment - Question 1
- The first clinical laboratory in the Philippines was located in Intramuros, Manila.
Formative Assessment - Question 2
- Dr. Alfredo Pio de Roda was the first medical technologist to earn a Bachelor's degree in the Philippines.
Formative Assessment - Question 3
- Dr. William Welch founded medical technology education in the Philippines.
Formative Assessment - Question 4
- James Campbell Todd authored "Clinical Diagnosis: A Manual of Laboratory Methods," a standard reference for laboratories.
Formative Assessment - Question 5
- RA No. 5527 describes medical technology as the application of natural, physical, and biological sciences in laboratory procedures aiding disease diagnosis and treatment.
Introduction
- Provides context for the study of the medical technology profession.
What is Medical Technology?
- Defined by various individuals and organizations (Moraleta, CMO 13s. 2017, Anna P. Fagelson 1961, Norma J. Walters 1996, Ruth I. Heinemann 1963)
- It's a medical branch specializing in laboratory procedures.
What is Medical Technology?
- A field that works to maintain good health through the process of examining tissues and bodily fluids to support diagnosis and treatment.
RA No. 5527 (The Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969)
- Emphasizes medical technology as an auxiliary branch of laboratory medicine.
- Emphasizes chemical, microscopic, bacteriologic, and other procedures aiding physicians' diagnosis and treatment of disease/health promotion in general.
Medical Technology Profession
- Introduces the role and functions of a medical technologist.
What Does a Medical Technologist Do?
- Focuses on activities performed by medical technologists and the critical nature of these activities.
What is a Medical Technologist?
- A person performing medical technology tasks under pathologist or licensed physician supervision.
- Those who have passed the necessary exams become a medical technologist.
Medical Technology Practice
- The purpose of medical technology is to improve disease detection, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring.
- The discipline draws on various fields (contextual and interdisciplinary).
R.A. 5527 - The Medical Technology Act of 1969
- Describes the specific laboratory procedures performed.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Performing clinical laboratory testing.
- Performing special procedures.
- Ensuring the accuracy and precision of results.
- Maintaining honesty in practice.
- Ensuring timely delivery of results and maintaining professionalism.
- Maintaining patient confidentiality and collaborating with other health professionals.
- Conducting research and involvement in health promotion programs, are some of the key responsibilities.
Job Opportunities
- Discusses various career paths available for medical technologists.
Field of Specialty
- Lists specialist areas within medical technology (Hematology, Clinical chemistry, Clinical microscopy, Microbiology, Blood bank and transfusion practices, Immunology).
Places of Work
- Provides a list of organizations where medical technologists work (Hospitals, Laboratories, Biotechnology firms, Blood banks, Clinics, Medical equipment manufacturers, Colleges, and universities, Physicians offices, Diagnostic testing companies, Pharmaceutical companies, Health maintenance organizations, and Research institutes).
Historical Perspective
- Examines the history of medical technology, focusing on significant events, figures, and discoveries.
History of Medical Technology Profession in a Global Context
- Examines the history and evolution of medical technology, including key figures (Egyptians, Ebers papyrus, Sushruta, Hippocrates, Galen, Rufus of Ephesus).
1500 BC
- Ebers Papyrus, a compilation of Egyptian medical texts, records the first known medical records of intestinal infection.
600 BC
- Sushruta, an ancient Indian physician, described diabetes based on observations of excessive urine production.
300 BC - 180 AD
- Hippocrates, considered the "Father of Medicine," highlighted the importance of recognizing and balancing the four humors in understanding diseases. Galen, a Greek physician, studied medical aspects of the body.
50 AD
- Rufus of Ephesus presented an early definition of hematuria, linking this condition to urinary tract issues.
Medieval Period
- Uroscopy, examining urine, served as a valuable diagnostic approach.
900 AD
- Isaac Judaeus created a compilation to formulate rules about urine to aid diagnosis and treatment.
1590s
- Zacharias and Hans Janssen invented the microscope, opening up a new field in visualizing tiny structures.
17th Century
- Anton van Leeuwenhoek, known as the "Father of Microbiology," improved the microscope and was crucial in observing and classifying bacteria.
17th Century
- Frederick Dekkers discovered the precipitation of proteins in urine when treated with acetic acid,.
18th Century
- Richard Lower conducted the first blood transfusions from one animal to another.
- William Hewson discovered blood plasma.
19th Century
- John Snow investigated cholera outbreak and epidemiology.
19th Century
- Louis Pasteur developed pasteurization and vaccines against anthrax.
- Robert Koch established the specific conditions (Koch's postulates).
- Laboratory tests for certain diseases (tuberculosis, cholera, typhoid, and diphtheria).
Mid 1800s
- The University of Michigan developed a well-equipped chemical laboratory supporting medical research.
1878
- Dr. William Welch helped establish a teaching laboratory to train medical practitioners in laboratory methods and other related matters.
1908
- James Campbell Todd authored "Clinical Diagnosis," a manual on laboratory procedures (standard diagnostic reference).
- John Bernard Henry edited this Todd's work.
- This editing resulted in a revised manual covering laboratory procedures.
1918
- John Kolmer's work focused on the importance of training medical technicians
- The Pennsylvania legislature created a law pertaining to laboratory requirements.
1920
- Clinical laboratories in large hospitals moved toward better organizational structure.
- Clinical laboratories moved to a more systematic/organized structure.
- Pathologies departments and divisions in medical institutions were developed.
1922
- ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology) organized physicians/pathologists.
- ASCP helped establish a regulatory body to handle and guide standardization standards for laboratory technicians/technologists.
- A standardization body was developed to provide guidance standards related to laboratory technicians.
1923
- The University of Minnesota began offering bachelor's degrees in medical technology, this marked the beginning of standardized formal education.
1950s
- The medical technology profession got official acceptance and recognition.
- A system of standards and regulations for medical technologists emerged through laws establishing medical technology degrees.
History of Medical Technology in the Philippines
- The Hospital Real was first established in Cebu then relocated to Manila during the Spanish colonization.
- Medical technology education in the Philippines developed from existing related institutions.
1887
- Manila's Laboratorio Municipal de Manila (a laboratory) conducted examinations of food, water, and clinical samples.
1901
- Bureau of Government Laboratories for public health research related to infectious diseases.
- The US government established laboratories.
- A bureau was established to establish standards for public health research related to infectious diseases.
1905
- Reorganization of Bureau of Government Laboratories focused on various areas/departments including standards to establish scientific advancements in medicine for the Philippines.
- Laboratory research aided in disease study.
- The laboratory became a national scientific hub.
1944
- First clinical laboratory in the Philippines was part of the US army's 6th infantry division.
June 1945
- 6th infantry division left the Philippines
- The laboratory came under the National Department of Health.
Oct 1, 1945
- The abandoned facility was reorganized under Dr. Alfredo Pio de Roda with Dr. Mariano Icasian's direct support (Manila's public health officer).
1947-1954
- Training program was created for medical technicians.
- Dr. De Roda, Dr. Sta Ana, and Dr. Briones offered the high school level training program in the field of medical technology.
1954
- First four-year Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology Program was offered.
1956
- Dr. Jesse Umali, the first graduate from a four-year BS Medical Technology Program.
1957
- UST initially offered medical technology as an elective course.
June 1960
- UST officially introduced the medical technology curriculum.
- UST formally adopted a program on medical technology.
June 14, 1961
- Medical technology was officially acknowledged as a program offered at UST
Inventions & Innovations in the Field of Medical Laboratory
1660
- Anton van Leeuwenhoek invented an improved microscope that allowed for the observation of microorganisms.
1796
- Edward Jenner created the vaccine for smallpox—a major contribution to immunology and disease prevention.
1880
- Agostino Bassi researched diseases in worms that were caused by being injected by organic materials/matter. This study sparked further scientific study on the beginning of bacteriology research.
1835
- Marie Francois Xavier Bichat identified organ structures based on tissues. His contribution led to the development of histology fundamentals/guidelines/models.
1857
- Louis Pasteur created an immunity to rabies vaccinations, a pioneering contribution to infectious disease treatment.
1866
- Gregor Mendel's work laid the groundwork for genetic studies.
1870
- Joseph Lister proved the impact of airborne organisms on creating surgical infections. This work fostered major developments in sanitization and infection control, furthering improvements in preemptive/preventive care/treatments.
1877
- Robert Koch depicted the first pictures of bacilli leading to important understanding of diseases through bacterial study.
- Robert Koch identified anthrax and tuberculosis bacilli.
1886
- Ernst von Bergmann invented methods for sterilization in surgical procedures that were widely applied and accepted, further advancements were made in surgical practices for sanitation.
- Elie Metchnoff studied and described phagocytes within the blood and their role in disease management.
1902
- Karl Landsteiner's research led to understanding blood groups, a crucial discovery in blood transfusions and other similar/related medical procedures.
1906
- August von Wassermann developed tests for syphilis.
1929
- Hans Fischer determined the structure of hemoglobin.
1954
- Jonas Salk developed vaccines against poliomyelitis.
1973
- Baruch Samuel Blumberg found a vaccine against hepatitis B.
1985
- Kary Mullis pioneered the polymerase chain reaction (PCR).
1992
- Andre van Steirtehem introduced intracytoplasmic sperm injection (IVF).
1998
- James Thomson derived the first human stem cell line, setting a path for new avenues in medical/research procedures.
References
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