What is Pre-Clinical Laboratory Science?
Clinical laboratory technologists perform the laboratory tests that play a crucial role in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Using microscopes, chemicals, complex precision instruments and computers, they conduct tests (e.g. serology, parasitology, toxicology, urinalysis, hematology, bacteriology) that inform patients and physicians about the nature and progress of health conditions. They also evaluate the effects which various physiological conditions may have on test results and monitor quality control within the laboratory. Success FactorsFor information about success factors, see the bachelor’s degree program offered at the UC College of Allied Health Sciences (35CLS). Career PossibilitiesMany clinical laboratory technologists work in hospital laboratories, but growing opportunities exist in independent labs, physicians’ offices, clinics, pharmaceutical companies, research institutions and government health agencies. The increasing importance of laboratory tests f
