Medical laboratory testing plays a crucial role in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. Working with highly automated, computer-based technology, medical laboratory technicians examine and analyze bodily fluids and cells. Their work includes: Looking for bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms Analyzing the chemical content of fluids Matching blood for transfusions Testing for drug levels in the blood to determine how a patient is responding to treatment Medical laboratory technicians usually work under the supervision of medical laboratory technologists or laboratory managers. They may work in several areas of the medical laboratory or specialize in just one. Public notice of upcoming accreditation review: The Associate of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technician program at Herzing University-Akron has received serious applicant status and is seeking initial accreditation by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS http://www.naacls.org/), 5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720, Rosemont, Illinois 60018: (773) 714-8880.

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