RGUHS B.Sc. MLT Curriculum Overview (2019)
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What does the central wand with entwined snakes symbolize in the emblem?

  • Peace, Love and Harmony (correct)
  • Human energy (correct)
  • Knowledge and enlightenment (correct)
  • Greek and Roman Gods of Health (correct)

    • Which element in the emblem represents the human soul according to Indian philosophy?

  • The two twigs of leaves
  • The wings above (correct)
  • The lamp at the bottom
  • The pot above

    • What is the motto of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences as indicated in the emblem?

  • Knowledge is power
  • Unity in Diversity
  • Peace and Harmony
  • May we live fully in perfect health (correct)

    • In which year was the revised ordinance for the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology course notified?

    <p>2019</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the olive branches represent in the emblem's symbolism?

    <p>Peace, Love, and Harmony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is depicted as the source of all medicines in Hindu philosophy according to the emblem?

    <p>The pot above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symbol in the emblem represents human energy?

    <p>The lamp at the bottom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From which philosophical text is the script inside the lamp taken?

    <p>Upanishads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is NOT listed as a tumor marker?

    <p>Insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an optional piece of equipment listed for the lab?

    <p>HPLC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many routine cultures and sensitivity tests should a student learn to perform daily?

    <p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which instrument is specifically designed for sterilization in the lab?

    <p>Autoclave</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is NOT part of the microscopy requirements listed?

    <p>Fluorescence polarization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum daily requirement for peripheral smear testing for malaria?

    <p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following equipment is used for determining the pH of a solution?

    <p>pH meter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the required amount of ELISA tests a trainee should perform daily?

    <p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one responsibility of the project supervisor during the research project?

    <p>Provide an introduction to necessary laboratory skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a phase of the research project that students participate in?

    <p>Project marketing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum age for a research supervisor (RS) or faculty advisor (FA) as per the guidelines?

    <p>65 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many copies of the project report must be submitted to the Principal?

    <p>Four</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of font should the project report be typed in?

    <p>Times New Roman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the required font size for titles in the project report?

    <p>14</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much teaching/professional experience is required for someone to be a research supervisor after postgraduate qualification?

    <p>Five years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which margin specification is required for the project report?

    <p>1.5” left-hand margin and 1.0” on others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total mark distribution for the university theory and practical exam?

    <p>70 for theory and 30 for practicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many hours are dedicated to theory in Clinical Pathology?

    <p>70 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following topics is covered under Hematology theory?

    <p>Normal constituents of Blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a focus area of urine examination in Clinical Pathology?

    <p>Erythrocyte sedimentation rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main topic of the first section in Clinical Pathology theory?

    <p>Introduction to clinical pathology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which practical aspect is associated with Hematology?

    <p>Packing cell volume estimation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following textbooks is related to Medical Laboratory Technology?

    <p>Manual of Clinical Biochemistry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a normal blood sample collection method?

    <p>Use of specific anticoagulants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacteria is specifically associated with causing pneumonia?

    <p>Pneumococcus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of applied bacteriology discussed in the content?

    <p>Food poisoning and diarrhoeal diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organism is associated with the helminthology section of parasitology?

    <p>Ascaris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which staining technique is NOT mentioned in the practicals?

    <p>Wright's stain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of infections does the practical component of bacteriology address?

    <p>Bacterial infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which parasite is classified under protozology?

    <p>Leishmania</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterium is NOT classified as a Gram-negative bacteria?

    <p>Corynebacterium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of antibiotic sensitivity testing in the laboratory?

    <p>Determine which antibiotics are effective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    RGUHS B.Sc.MLT Curriculum (2019)

    • The Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) in Karnataka, Bangalore, has revised the Ordinance for the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology (B.Sc. MLT) curriculum.
    • The new ordinance is applicable to students admitted from the academic year 2019-20 onwards.
    • The program includes both theory and practical components, with a focus on clinical pathology, hematology, blood banking, microbiology, parasitology, and biochemistry.
    • The curriculum requires students to complete a research project, supervised by a research supervisor and a faculty advisor.
    • The program emphasizes practical skills, with a significant portion of the curriculum dedicated to laboratory work.
    • The revised ordinance specifies equipment requirements for the laboratory:
      • Chemiluminescence/drug hormone analyzer/ELFA
      • HPLC (optional)
      • Arterial blood gas analysis (optional)
      • ISE electrolyte analyzer/flame photometry
      • Electrophoresis/chromatography
      • Fully automated analyser
      • Semi automated analyser
      • Spectrophotometer/colorimeter
      • pH meter
      • Hot air oven
      • Distillation unit
      • Facilities for performing calibrations for smaller equipments/pipettes
      • Quality control materials
      • Guidelines for total quality management
    • In addition, the program outlines specific requirements for the internship in the microbiology department:
      • Minimum 10 blood cultures per day
      • 20 latex agglutination tests per day
      • 20 rapid tests per day
      • 5 ELISA tests a day
      • 10 wet mounts per day in mycology
      • 5 cultures per month for mycology
      • Wet mounts for parasitology 20 per month
      • 10 peripheral smears per day for malaria and filaria
      • 5 quantitative buffy coat samples per day
      • Minimum 10 microscopy techniques per day
    • The microbiology department should have the following equipment:
      • Autoclave
      • Hot air oven
      • Incubator
      • Centrifuge
      • Water distillation unit
      • Physical balance
      • Digital balance
      • Refrigerator
      • Microscope (monocular, binocular, fluorescent)
      • ELISA reader
      • Micropipettes
      • Laminar air flow
      • Water bath
    • The program requires that students develop written reports and present seminars for their research projects.
    • The internship practical examination assesses the written project report and presentation, as well as practical skills in the laboratory.
    • To be recognized as a research supervisor and faculty advisor by the RGUHS, individuals must meet the following criteria:
      • Full-time teacher at an approved institution or laboratory
      • Research Supervisor (RS): 5 years of teaching or professional experience after postgraduate qualification
      • Faculty Advisor (FA): 3 years of teaching or professional experience after postgraduate qualification
      • Age limit of 65 years
    • The B.Sc. MLT curriculum includes a variety of textbooks for student reference.
    • The program includes two major theory courses:
      • Pathology I (Clinical Pathology, Hematology, and Blood Banking): 70 hours of theory and 20 hours of practical
      • Microbiology: 46 hours of theory and 80 hours of practical
    • The program includes a focus on the identification of various bacteria and their relationship to different illnesses.
    • The program also includes a substantial section on parasitology, covering diagnosis, treatment, and techniques including stool examinations.
    • The assessment for the program includes:
      • One theory examination of 3 hours duration for each subject, with a weighting of 100 marks
      • Continuous internal assessment for both theory and practical examinations
    • The program emphasizes the importance of practical skills in the laboratory, research, and overall student performance.

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    Explore the comprehensive curriculum for the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology (B.Sc. MLT) at RGUHS, starting from the academic year 2019-20. This program integrates theoretical knowledge with practical skills, covering essential topics like clinical pathology, microbiology, and biochemistry, along with mandatory research projects. Learn about the specified laboratory equipment and their role in the program.

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