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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes Medical Laboratory Technology is in demand due to following reasons:
growing population in India
New medical therapies being introduced
COVID-19 pandemic increased the importance
Ageing factor in people and more people becoming weaker as the society grows old
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes MLT course has a good career scope and following are reasons -
- There are many job options after MLT course
- MLT is important for correct disease check and patient care.
- MLT is always getting better and driven by progress in technology.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
MLT (Medical Laboratory Technology) and B Pharmacy (Bachelor of Pharmacy) are two distinct fields within the healthcare industry that specialize in different aspects of patient care. While MLT focuses on laboratory testing and analysis, B Pharmacy emphasizes medication management and pharmaceutical knowledge.
Candidates can check the table below to see the comparison between the two courses.
Courses | MLT | B Pharmacy |
|---|---|---|
Course Level | UG and Diploma | Undergraduate |
Course Duration | 2 - 3.6 years | 4 years |
Course Fee | INR 720 - INR 5 Lakh | INR 3,000 - INR 4,00,000 |
Entrance Exams | CUET, TJEE, IPU CET, LPU NEST | GUJCET, BITSAT, MHTCET, GITAM GAT, TS EAMCET, UPCET, NEET UG, 8 WBJEE, 4 KCET |
Popular Colleges | Jamia Hamdard, JIPMER Puducherry, Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, AIIMS Rishikesh, etc. | AIIMS, Annamalai University, Institute of Chemical Technology, Jadavpur University |
Job Profiles | R&D Lab Technicians, medical laboratory technologists, Technical Executives, X-Ray Technicians, etc. | Medical Writer, Clinical Researcher, Drug Inspector, Medical Representative, Pharmacy Business, etc. |
Average Annual Salary | INR 4 LPA - INR 8 LPA | INR 4,00,000 - INR 14,00,000 |
Top Recruiters | Fortis Escorts Heart Institute and Research Centre, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital, Manipal Hospital, etc. | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., Divis Laboratories Ltd., Cipla Ltd., Biocon Ltd., etc. |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology (BSc MLT) is very popular course in India in MLT stream.
BSc MLT is a UG degree that teach about Medical Laboratory Science and Technology. It gives students understanding of lab techniques and ways to help diagnose and treat diseases.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Medical Laboratory Technology course is basically a detailed course that prepares you for jobs in medical lab settings. MLT teaches you skills and knowledge that is important for you to perform laboratory tests, analyze specimens and also deliver best healthcare services. You can serve as a helping hand to medical professionals in disease diagnosis and management.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Think about what you like to study and what skills you are good at.
If you like lab work, then DMLT course can be better for you.
If you like medicines, then Pharmacy may be right choice.
End of day best choice depend on your interest and future goals. You should read more about both, know your strong points and also see which one match with your dreams.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, BSc MLT typically stands for Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology which is a degree programme focused on training students in various laboratory techniques and procedures used in medical diagnostics and research.
Graduates of BSc MLT often work in clinical laboratories, hospitals, research facilities, and other healthcare settings.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes after finishing Class 10 or 12 students can join DMLT course.
DMLT course is 2 year Diploma where you learn lab work and how to do medical test and checking.
For eligibility you need to pass Class 10 or same exam from recognised board with Science subject. Mostly you need 50% marks, but it can be little different in some colleges. So better to check college rule before applying.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
DMLT course teach many lab techniques that help in finding, checking and treating sickness. things you learn can be little different in each college, but here is general idea of common techniques in DMLT:
Phlebotomy: Taking blood from patient for tests.
Haematology: Counting blood cells, checking blood smear, haemoglobin level and clotting.
Clinical Pathology: Testing body fluids like urine, spinal fluid, joint fluid.
Microbiology: Growing and finding germs like bacteria, virus, fungus and parasite.
Biochemistry: Checking glucose, cholesterol, enzymes and electrolytes in blood and fluids.
Histopathology: Preparing and looking at tissues unde
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
If you already done BSc degree and want to join DMLT course, you have to think about some things. Mostly DMLT course is made for students who finish Class 12 with Science but some colleges may give different admission rules for students who have higher degree.
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