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Medical laboratory technicians play a vital role in healthcare systems. These professionals handle patient samples, conducting analyses of bodily fluids, tissues, and cells to aid in diagnostic processes. Completing an associate degree in this field equips you with the necessary skills to contribute to this essential medical function.
Through hands-on lab work and classroom instruction, your training will ready you for diverse opportunities in this challenging profession. As scientific knowledge expands, you'll serve in various capacities as a lab technician. The curriculum provides preparation for roles in clinical chemistry, examining plasma and other bodily fluids for specific compounds, or positions in microbiology labs where you'll detect infectious agents and suggest appropriate antibiotic therapies.
Applicants must have graduated from high school or have successfully completed the General Education Development (GED) test to be considered for admission. Freshman applicants applying for admission to Youngstown State University must submit a high school transcript and American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) scores.