MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY “LicenSURE!

” EXAM TOPIC CHECKLIST

(Based on Table of Specifications from Board of Medical Technology)

SUBJECT TOPICS AND OUTCOMES Percentage # of Done? Again?

Items
The examinees can describe, apply and analyze the following competencies under each topic:
CLINICAL A. SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL COMPONENTS OF LABORATORY TESTING 16%
CHEMISTRY A.1. Sample Management: Platelet preparation, specimen collection, labelling, and 4
processing.
A.1.1. Provide proper information and instruction to patients
A.1.2. Collect biological specimens properly and safely
A.1.3. Handle biological specimens properly and safely
A.1.4. Process biological specimens properly and safely
A.2. Analytic Techniques (including C&MS, molecular), automation, POCT, 6
instrumentation
and equipment use (including calibration, preventive maintenance)
A.2.1. Explain principles/ concepts in analytic techniques and instruments/equipment use
A.2.2. APPLY procedures in maintaining functionality of instruments and equipment
(including routine system checks, calibration and preventive maintainance)
A.3. Reagent preparation, use and storage and laboratory mathematics 6
A.3.1. Carry out policies, processes, and procedures for preparation, use, and storage of
reagents and supplies
A.3.2. Use applicable laboratory mathematics (for making dilutions and preparing solutions,
and converting units if measurements)
B. QUALITY ASSURANCE AND LABORATORY SAFETY 15%
B.1. Quality Assurance (including quality control and lean sigma) 10
B.1.1. Explain principles/concepts in quality assurance (including method evaluation and
training of personnel)
B.1.2. Explain principles/concepts in quality control (including proficiency testing)
B.1.3. Carry out oral and written instructions on quality assurance and quality control
B.1.4. Assess problems in quality control
B.1.5. Carry out process improvement initiatives
B.2. Laboratory Safety 5
B.2.1. Explain principles/concepts in laboratory safety (including disposal of hazardous
materials and accident documentation and investigation)
B.2.2. Identify hazards in the laboratory
B.2.3. Classify hazards in the laboratory
B.2.4. Control hazards in the laboratory
C. METABOLIC BLOOD TESTS 50%
C.1. Water Balance and Electrolytes 6
C.1.1. Explain the physiology and clinical significance of the electrolytes
C.1.2. Use analytic techniques to assess electrolyte concentrations
C.1.3. Correlate abnormal concentrations with disease states
C.2. NPN Compounds and Other Metabolic Intermediaries and Inorganic Ions 8
C.2.1. Explain the biosynthesis and excretions of NPN compounds
C.2.2. Use commonly used methods for the determination of the NPN compounds
C.2.3. Correlate increased and decreased concentrations with major pathological conditions
C.3. Carbohydrates 8
C.3.1. Explain glucose metabolism
C.3.2. Explain regulation of carbohydrates metabolism
C.3.3. Use of the analytic methods to assess patients
C.3.4. Correlate differential diagnosis of patients with glucose metabolic alterations
C.4. Lipids and Lipoproteins 8
C.4.1. Explain lipoprotein physiology and metabolism
C.4.2. Use laboratory tests to assess lipids and lipoproteins
C.4.3. Describe the role of standardization in the measurement of lipids and lipoproteins
C.4.4. Correlate lipid and lipoprotein values with assessment of coronary heart disease
C.5. Specific Proteins 6
C.5.1. Explain protein synthesis and catabolism
C.5.2. Describe the function and clinical significance of specific proteins
C.5.3. Choose the appropriate methods used in analysis of proteins
C.5.4. Correlate diagnosis of patients with abnormal serum protein concetnrations
(including nonpathologic factors that influence their levels)
C.6. Liver Function 6
C.6.1. Explain the functions of the liver (bile secretion, synthetic activity, and detoxification)
C.6.2. Apply the appropriate liver function tests
C.6.3. Correlate liver function alterations with disease states.
C.7. Clinical Enzymology 8
C.7.1. Identify tissue source and class of enzyme
C.7.2. Apply the appropriate assays recognizing the different factors affecting the rate of an
enzymatic reaction
C.7.3. Correlate patient serum enzyme levels in relation to disease states
D. ENDOCRINE FUNCTION FUNCTION TESTS 10%
D.1. Sub-Topic: Thyroid Function 4
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D.1.1. Explain the biosynthesis, secretion, transport, and action of the thyroid hormones
D.1.2. Determine the principles of thyroid function tests and the appropriate laboratory
thyroid function testing protocol
D.1.3. Correlate laboratory information with regard to suspected thyroid disorders
D.2. Gonadal Function 2
D.2.1. Identify hormone, secreting gland, and function
D.2.2. Correlate laboratory information with regard to gonadal disorders
D.3. Pituitary and Adrenal Function 3
D.3.1. Identify hormone, secreting gland, and function
D.3.2. Apply tests in supporting diagnosis
D.3.3. Correlate laboratory information with regard to disease states
D.4. Hormonal and Organ System Regulation of Calcium Metabolism (including Vitamin D 1
and PTH)
D.4.1. Describe the clinical significance of calcium homeostasis
E. DRUG TESTING, TOXICOLOGY AND THERAPEUTIC DRUG MONITORING 6%
E.1. Substance of Abuse 2
E.1.1. Identify major drugs of abuse and their effects
E.1.2. Carry out tests with consideration for toxicokinetics of the elements
E.2. Toxicology (including alcohol) 2
E.2.1. Identify major toxicants and their effects
E.2.2. Carry out tests with consideration for toxicokinetics of the elements
E.3. Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) 2
E.3.1. Identify the factors that influence serum drug concentration
E.3.2. Carry out tests in serum drug concentration
F. Blood Gas Analysis 3%
F.1. Blood Gas 3
F.1.1. Explain the clinical significance of pH and blood gas parameters
F.1.2. Differentiate respiratory/non-respiratory alkalosis and acidosis
TOTAL 100% 100
SUBJECT TOPICS AND OUTCOMES Percentage # of Done? Again?
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The examinees can describe, apply and analyze the following competencies under each topic:
CLINICAL A. URINE 57%
MICROSCOPY A.1. Anatomy and physiology of the kidney and Formation of Urine 5
A.1.1 Discuss the formation of urine through the renal system
A.1.2. Discuss the importance of the major organic and inorganic chemical components of
urine
A.1.3. Apply the principle of renal function tests
A.2. Macroscopic Examination 12
A.2.1. Identify the normal and abnormal macroscopic constituents of urine
A.2.2. Apply the principles involved in macroscopic urine analysis
A.2.3. Correlate various macroscopic urine test results
A.3. Chemical Analysis 17
A.3.1. Discuss chemical procedures, including reagents and the principles used in the
chemical examination of urine
A.3.2. Correlate urine chemical test results with normal, physiologic and pathologic
conditions
A.3.3. Recognize discrepancies and errors in testing
A.3.4. Apply appropriate corrective measures
A.4. Microscopic Examination 20
A.4.1. Determine normal and abnormal crystals found in urine sediment, and their clinical
significance
A.4.2. Determine the clinical significance of cells and casts in the urine sediments
A.4.3. Distinguish the most common artifacts and contaminants found in urine
A.4.4. Describe the appearance of various microscopic elements using special stains
A.4.5. Analyze physical, chemical and microscopic results and discrepancies
A.5. Renal Diseases/ Renal Calculi/ Metabolic Disorders 3
A.5.1. Determine the different renal calculi
A.5.2. Correlate laboratory findings with various renal diseases and other pathologic
conditions.
A.5.3. Explain the principles of urine screening for metabolic disorder
B. FECES 3%
B.1. Macroscopic Examination 1
B.1.1. Discuss the macroscopic features of feces in normal, pathogenic and non-pathogenic
conditions
B.2. Chemical Analysis 1
B.2.1. Apply the principles of chemical tests
B.3. Microscopic Examination 1
B.3.1 Correlate the results of microscopic analysis of feces
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C. CEREBROSPINAL FLUID (CSF) 5%
C.1. Macroscopic Examination 1
C.1.1. Correlate results of macroscopic examination of CSF
C.2. Chemical Analysis 2
C.2.1. Apply chemical tests on CSF
C.3. Microscopic Examination 2
C.3.1. Correlate results of microscopic CSF analysis
D. SEMINAL FLUID 6%
D.1. Macroscopic Examination 1
D.1.1. Examine semen macroscopically
D.2. Chemical Analysis
D.2.1. Correlate chemical test results on seminal fluid
D.3. Microscopic Examination 3
D.3.1. Correlate results of microscopic semen examination
E. AMNIOTIC FLUID 2%
E.1. Macroscopic Examination 1
E.1.1. Examine amniotic fluid macroscopically
E.2. Chemical Analysis
E.2.1. Apply chemical tests on amniotic fluid
F. SYNOVIAL FLUID 2%
F.1. Chemical Analysis 1
F.1.1. Apply chemical tests on synovial fluid
F.2. Microscopic examination 1
F.2.1. Correlate results of microscopic examination of synovial fluid
G. SEROUS FLUIDS (Peritoneal, Pleural, and Pericardial Fluids) 4%
G.1. Macroscopic Examination 1
G.1.1. Examine serous fluid macroscopically
G.2. Chemical Analysis 2
G.2.1 Apply chemical tests on serous fluid
G.3. Microscopic Examination 1
G.3.1. Analyze results of microscopic tests for serous fluid
H. SPECIMEN COLLECTION, PRESERVATION AND HANDLING 10%
H.1. Collection of Specimen 2
H.1.1. Provide correct information and instruction to patients prior to the collection of urine
specimen
H.2. Urine Handling and Preservation 3
H.2.1. Match the type of urine specimen appropriate for required test
H.2.2. Choose the ideal preservative and appropriate handling for the urine test requested
H.3. Body Fluids Handling and Preservation 2
H.3.1. Describe handling and processing body fluids properly and safely
H.4. Transport and Reception of Specimens 3
H.4.1. Use appropriate procedure to preserve the integrity of sample
H.4.2. Examine received specimens for rejection based on standard criteria
I. MICROSCOPE, AUTOMATION AND OTHER INSTRUMENTS 5%
I.1. Microscopes 2
I.1.1. Differentiate the kinds of microscopes according to complexity and capability
I.2 . Automation 1
I.2.1. Explain the principles of automated urinalysis
I.3. Other Instruments 2
I.3.1. Discuss the different equipment used in CM Laboratory and their function.
J. QUALITY ASSURANCE AND LABORATORY SAFETY 6%
J.1. Laboratory Hazards 2
J.1.1. Describe the different safety hazards in CM laboratory
J.1.2. Implement preventive measures to different types of hazards
J.2. Quality Assurance 2
J.2.1. Apply quality assessment procedures and documentation for quality control of
specimens
J.3. Preventive Maintenance 2
J.3.1. Implementive preventive maintenance procedures in CM laboratory
TOTAL 100% 100
SUBJECT TOPICS AND OUTCOMES Percentage # of Done? Again?
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The examinees can describe, apply and analyze the following competencies under each topic:
MICROBIOLOGY MICROBIOLOGY 70%
AND A. BACTERIOLOGY 45%

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PARASITOLOGY A.1. Collection, Transport, and Processing 5
A.1.1. Discuss the appropriate, adequate specimen collection and preservation techniques
for microbiological tests
A.1.2. Correlate the significance of proper specimen collection, handling, and transporting
with the reliability and accuracy of test results
A.2. Culture Media 4
A.2.1. Prepare different culture media
A.2.2. Discuss the importance of the ingredients use in enhancing the growth of
microorganisms
A.3. Bacteria (Aerobes) 25
A.3.1. Classify bacteria based on morphological and staining characteristics utilizing routine
smear preparation and differential staining.
A.3.2. Identify bacteria based on culture characteristics on various media
A.3.3. Determine initial work-upon different species (culture and isolation of aerobes)
A.3.4. Identify aerobic bacteria through analysis of differential, biochemical, serotyping, and
other confirmatory tests
A.3.5. Analyze the performance and result of Antimicrobial Resistance
A.4. Bacteria (Anaerobes) 3
A.4.1. Discuss culture requirements and characteristics of anaerobe
A.4.2. Analyze the work-up for the identification of anaerobe
A.4.3. Discuss the principles of Antimicrobial Susceptibility testing for anaerobes
A.5. Mycobacteria 3
A.5.1. Discuss culture requirements and characteristics of mycobacteria
A.5.2. Apply Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing for Mycobacteria
A.6. Bacteria with Unusual Physiology and Growth Requirements 4
A.6.1. Choose the work-up for identification (staining, culture and identification) of bacteria
with unusual physiology and growth requirements
A.7. Bacteriologic Examination of Water and Milk 1
A.7.1. Apply the techniques for the bacteriologic examinaton of water and milk
B. MYCOLOGY 4%
B.1. Collection and Transport of Clinical Specimens 2
B.1.1. Demonstrate specimen collection and transport of specimens for Mycology testing
B.2. Culture and Identificiation, General Characterisitcs, Transmission and Diseases 2
B.2.1. Choose the correct technique for identificiation of mycological specimens
B.2.2. Discuss the epidemiology of fungal diseases
C. VIROLOGY 8%
C.1. General Characteristics, Transmission and Diseases 2
C.1.1 . Classify viruses according to general characteristics, transmission and diseases
C.2. Collection and Transport 3
C.2.1. Carry out correct techniques for the collection and transport of various specimens for
viral testing
C.3. Examination and Identification 3
C.3.1. Apply the techniques and procedures for viral identification
C.3.2. Analyze test results
D. MOLECULAR TESTS 3%
D.1. Molecular Techniques 3
D.1.1. Discuss the basic principles of molecular-based testing
D.1.2. Differentiate Various molecular-based testing
D.1.3 Interpret test results
E. EQUIPMENT AND INSTRUMENTATION 2%
E.1. Equipment and Instrumentation 2
E.1.1. Apply how to operate conventional instruments used in parasitology laboratory
F. EPIDEMIOLOGY, PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF MICROBIAL AGENTS 2%
F.1. Microbial Control 1
F.1.1. Apply the principles of epidemiology in the prevention of microbial growth, control
and elimination.
F.2. Surveillance (Public Health) 1
F.2.1 Apply the role of medical technologies in public health in the surveillance of infectious
and communicable diseases
G. QUALITY CONTROL, QUALITY ASSURANCE AND LABORATORY BIOSAFETY 6%
G.1. Quality Control 2
G.1.1. Apply the principles of quality control in performing microbiological tests
G.2. Quality Assurance 2
G.2.1. Apply the Principles of quality assurance in the management of the operations of the
microbiology laboratory
G.3. Laboratory Biosafety - Patient/Staff/Workplace

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G.3.1. Apply the principles of biosafety (personnel, specimen, patient, workplace)
PARASITOLOGY 30%
H. PARASITES - EPIDEMIOLOGY, LIFE CYCLE, MORPHOLOGY, MANNER OF REPORTING, AND 22%
COUNTING
H.1. Nematodes 8
H.1.1. Discuss the epidemiology and life cycle of nematodes
H.1.2. Determine nematode according to morphologic characteristics
H.2. Trematodes 3
H.2.1. Discuss the epidemiology; life cycle of trematodes
H.2.2. Determine trematodes based on morphologic characteristics
H.3. Cestodes 3
H.3.1. Discuss the epidemiology; life cycle of cestodes
H.3.2. Determine cestodes based morphologic characteristics
H.4. Protozoa 8
H.4.1. Discuss the epidemiology and life cycle of protozoa
H.4.2. Determine protozoa based on morphologic characteristics
I. PARASITOLOGIC TECHNIQUES 5%
I.1. Routine 2
I.1.1. Discuss the routine techniques, reagents used and principles involved in the
examination of specimens for identification of parasites and ova
I.1.2. Discuss the correct technique in counting ova/parasites and manner of reporting
I.2. Concentration 1
I.2.1. Discuss the principles, techniques and reagents used in the concentration test for
specimens for identification of ova or parasites.
I.3. Collection and Preservation of Specimen 2
I.3.1. Select the correct specimen and techniques for collecting specimen for the
examination of parasites
I.3.2. Provide correct information and instruction to patients prior to the collection of
specimen
J. QUALITY CONTROL AND QUALITY ASSURANCE 3%
J.1. Quality Control 2
J.1.1. Apply the principles of quality control in parasitological tests
J.2. Quality Assurance 1
J.2.1. Apply the principles of quality assurance in parasitological tests
TOTAL 100% 100
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The examinees can describe, apply and analyze the following competencies under each topic:
HEMATOLOGY A. SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL COMPONENTS OF LABORATORY TESTING 37%
A.1. Sample Management: Patient preparation, specimen collection and processing 5
A.1.1. Identifiy collection equipment and the order of draw used for blood collection
A.1.2. Carry out standard precautions to the collection of blood specimens (including post-
phlebotomy care)
A.1.3. Identify the veins of choice in the antecubital fossa in order of preference for
venipuncture
A.1.4. Determine the complications encountered in blood collection and the proper
response
A.2. Analytical Techniques and Procedures used in Hematology Laboratory 32
A.2.1. Explain principles/concepts in analytic techniques/procedures (including flow
cytometry, molecular diagnostics and cytogenetics) and instruments/ equipment use
A.2.2. Carry out routine procedures using manual methods (including use of the microscope)
A.2.3. Carry out techniques and procedures using automation (including routine system
checks, calibration and preventive maintainance)
A.2.4 Carry out special procedures and correlate findings with medical conditions or disease
states (including flow cytometry, molecular diagnostics and cytogenetics)
B. BLOOD CELL PRODUCTION, STRUCTURE METABOLISM AND FUNCTION 20%
B.1. Hematopoeisis 5
B.1.1. Discuss the cellular components and their functions
B.1.2. Explain the stem cell theory of hematopoeisis, including the characteristics of
hematopoeitic stem cells, the names of various progenator cells, and their lineage
associations
B.1.3. Describe general morphologic changes that occur during blood cell maturation
B.2. Red Blood Cells 5
B.2.1. Discuss the different stages of red blood cell production and development, structure
and functions, and why RBCs age
B.2.2. Explain hemoglobin metabolism and laboratory assesment of iron kinetics
B.3. White Blood Cells 5
B.3.1. Explain the different stages of white blood cell production and development,
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B.3.2. Discuss white blood cell kinetics
B.4. Platelets 5
B.4.1. Describe the different stages of platelet production and development, structure and
functions
B.4.2. Discuss the process of platelet activation
C. ROUTINE LABORATORY EVALUATION OF BLOOD CELLS 9%
C.1. Microscopy-based (including peripheral blood smear) 5
C.1.1. Apply microscopy-based examination of the peripheral blood smear
C.1.2. Correlate abnormal findings with medical conditions or disease states
C.2. Automated Hematology Analyzers 4
C.2.1. Apply complete blood count using automated hematology analyzers
C.2.2. Correlate out of range findings and/or flags with medical conditions or disease states
D. BLOOD DISORDERS 9%
D.1. Erythrocyte Disorders 3
D.1.1. Explain work-up for erythrocyte disorders
D.1.2. Correlate findings with medical conditions or disease states
D.2. Leukocyte Disorders 3
D.2.1. Explain work-up for leukocyte disorders
D.2.2. Correlate findings with medical conditions or disease states
D.3. Thrombocyte Disorders 3
D.3.1. Explain work-up for thrombocyte disorders
D.3.2. Correlate findings with medical conditions or disease states
E. COAGULATION 20%
E.1. Hemostasis 5
E.1.1. Discuss coagulation factors and the instrinsic and extrinsic pathway of coagulation
(including fibrinolytic pathway)
E.2. Tests
E.2.1. Apply laboratory assessment of hemorrhagic disorders
E.2.2. Apply laboratory assessment of thrombotic disorders
E.2.3. Apply laboratory evaluation of hemostasis
E.3. Disorders 5
E.3.1. Correlate findings of tests with medical conditions or disease states
F. QUALITY ASSURANCE AND LABORATORY COMMUNICATION 5%
F.1. Quality Assurance 4
F.1.1. Compute the diagnostic efficacy
F.1.2. Explain preanalytic quality assurance
F.1.3. Explan postanalytic quality assurance
F.2. Laboratory Communication 1
F.2.1. Apply protocols on relaying of laboratory results
TOTAL 100% 100
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The examinees can describe, apply and analyze the following competencies under each topic:
HISTOPATHOLOGIC A. HISTOLOGY AND GENERAL PATHOLOGY 8%
TECHNIQUES, A.1. Terminologies 2
MED TECH LAWS A.1.1. Define various terms used in Histology and general pathology
AND ETHICS A.2. Etiology of Disease 2
A.2.1. Discuss the basic concepts of causation of disease
A.3. Signs, symptoms, and course of disease 2
A.3.1. Discuss the signs, symptoms and course of disease
A.4. Cellular and Tissue Changes (Cellular injury and Tissue Death, Cellular Adaption) 2
A.4.1. Describe alterations in cellular injury, tissue death and adaptation to changes
B. HISTOPATHOLOGIC TECHNIQUES AND PROCEDURES
B.1. Preservation and Handling of Specimen 10
B.1.1. Apply appropriate method of preservation with consideration to the kind of
specimen and processing to be done
B.1.2. Prepare fixatives, their use, mode of action, advantages and disadvantages and the
factors affecting rate of fixation
B.1.3. Execute problem-solving techniques related to preservation and handling of
specimens
B.2. Tissue Processing and Procedures 20
B.2.1. Apply manual routine techniques and the principles of tissue processing, including
reagents and equipment
B.2.2. Implementing problem-solving techniques related to manual tissue processing
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B.2.4. Differentiate automated with manual processing, its advantages and disadvantages
B.2.5. Describe various special procedures (frozen section, microwave techniques, etc.)
and their advantages and disadvantages.
B.3. Staining 10
B.3.1. Apply routine techniques in staining of tissues and the principles involved
B.3.2. Explain the principles, techniques and sources of error involved in special tissue
staining techniques used (including immunohistochemistry)
C. CYTOLOGIC TECHNIQUES AND PROCEDURES 10%
C.1. Preservation and Handling of Specimen 2
C.1.1. Discuss the various methods used in preservation of cytological specimens
C.2. Processing 6
C.2.1. Apply manual procedure of processing cytological specimens and explain the
principles involved.
C.2.2. Discuss the principles and procedures involved in the automated processing of
cytology samples
C.2.3. Implement problem-solving techniques in situations related to cytological
procedures
D. PRINCIPLES OF AUTOPYSY 2%
D.1. Terminologies 1
D.1.1. Define the basic terms used in autopsy
D.2. Handling, processing and documentation 1
D.2.1. Discuss the critical role, duties and responsibilities of an autopsy assistant
particularly handling, processing and documentation during an autopsy
E. QUALITY CONTROL AND QUALITY ASSURANCE 5%
E.1. Quality Control 3
E.1.1. Discuss a quality management system in the Histopathology laboratory
E.1.2. Apply QC procedures
E.2. Quality Assurance 2
E.2.1. Apply a system of quality assurance program
F. MT LAWS (RA 5527) 10%
F.1. Licensure Examination 3
F.1.1. Discuss provisions of the law related to the licensure examination
F.2. Registration 4
F.2.1. Discuss relevant provisions of the law regarding entry to the profession
F.3. Practice of the Profession 3
F.3.1. Analyze issues on possible violations of RA 5527 with reference to the duties and
responsibilities of a medical technology professional as defined by RA 5527
G. RELATED LATEST LAWS AND OTHER UPDATED LAWS 10%
G.1. RA 11166, RA 9165, RA 9288 4
G.1.1. Discuss salient provisions of the HIV Law, Dangerous Drugs Act, Newborn Screening
and other Laws relevant to the practice of Medical Technology
G.2. RA 7170, RA 10173, AND RA 7719 3
G.2.1. Discuss salient provisions of the Organ Donation Act, Data Privacy Act and Voluntary
Blood Services Act relevant to the practice of Medical Technology
G.3. RA 10912 and RA 968
G.3.1. Assess how the CPD Act and PQF affect the road map of the practice of Medical
Technology
H. CODE OF ETHICS INCLUDING BIOETHICS 5%
H.1. Principles of the Code of Ethics and Bioethics 5
H.1.1 Analyze cases based on ethical and bioethical principles
H.1.2. Explain the rights, privileges, duties, and responsibilities of medical
technologists/medical laboratory scientists relevant to the practice of the profession.
I. LABORATORY MANAGEMENT AND RESEARCH 10%
I.1. Laboratory Management 8
I.1.1. Apply the basic principles of management to laboratory operations
I.1.2. Distinguish various laboratory organization set up including manpower staffing,
equipment and supplies as necessary in different laboratory
I.1.3. Apply DOH rules and regulations pertinent to operation of a laboratory facility
I.2 Research 2
I.2.1. Discuss the steps in conducting a scientific study to include statistical analysis
TOTAL 100% 100
SUBJECT TOPICS Percentage # of Done? Again?
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BLOOD BANKING A. BLOOD GROUP SYSTEMS 14%
AND A.1. ABO Blood Group System 5
SEROLOGY/ A.1.1 Describe ABO blood group antigens and antibodies, phenotypes and genotypes
IMMUNOLOGY A.1.2. Apply ABO blood typing using correct technique
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A.1.3. Analyze laboratory data to identify ABO antigens and antibodies
A.1.4. Assess-discrepancies in ABO typing
A.2. Rh Blood Group System 5
A.2.1. Describe the characteristics of the Rh Blood Group antigens and antibodies
A.2.2. Apply Rh blood typing using standard updated technique
A.2.3. Analyze test results and controls
A.3. Other Major Blood Group Systems 3
A.3.1. Describe the characteristics of the different antigens of other major blood groups
systems
A.3.2. Discuss the characteristics and behavior of the different antibodies of other major
blood group systems in vivo and in vitro
A.4. Minor Blood Group System 1
A.4.1. Describe the characteristics of the different antigens and antibodies of minor blood
group systems
B. BLOOD PROCESSING 15%
B.1. Blood Donor Screening, Selection, Collection, and Donor Care 5
B.1.1. Determine the eligibility of the donor
B.1.2. Assess the donor whether to continue or defer blood or blood component donation
B.1.3. Describe proper phlebotomy technique for donor
B.1.4. Apply appropriate proper donor care
B.2. Blood Preservation, Banking and Disposal 4
B.2.1. Describe the process involved in the preservation of blood
B.2.2. Apply the principles for proper storage and disposal of blood
B.2.3. Use the correct procedure for the safe transport of blood and blood products
B.3. Blood Component Preparation and Therapy 6
B.3.1. Match the different blood components and indication for use
B.3.2. Choose the appropriate processes used in the preparation of blood components
C. TRANSFUSION 4%
C.1. Transfusion Reaction 3
C.1.1. Discuss the characteristics of transfusion reaction
C.1.2. Apply critical thinking skills in the investigation of the cause of transfusion reaction
C.2. Transfusion Transmitted Diseases 1
C.2.1. Describe the different transfusion transmitted diseases
D. BLOOD BANK PROCEDURES 10%
D.1. Compatibility Testing 4
D.1.1. Apply the principle, procedure and appearance of compatible and incompatible
reactions in compatibility testing
D.1.2. Apply critical measures in solving problems in compatibility testing
D.2. Antiglobulin Test 3
D.2.1. Explain the principle and procedure in Direct antiglobulin test (DAT) and Indirect
antiglobulin tests (IAT)
D.2.2. Apply DAT and IAT
D.2.3. Apply critical thinking skills in solving problems in DAT and IAT
D.3. Antibody Identification 3
D.3.1. Explain the principles and procedures involved in the identification of anibodies
D.3.2. Analyze the reactions obtained and apply critical thiking skills in identifying
unknown
E. HEMOLYTIC DISEASES 5%
E.1 Hemolytic Disease of the Fetus and Newborn (HDFN) 3
E.1.1 Define hemolytic Disease of the Fetus and Newborn (HDFN) and its characteristics
E.1.2. Distinguish ABO and Rh HDFN reactions in vivo and in vitro
E.1.3. Apply critical thinking skills in solving problems related to testing for HDFN
E.2. Auto Immune Hemolytic Anemia and Drug Induced Immune Hemolytic Anemia 2
E.2.1. Describe the different types of immune hemolytic anemia
E.2.2. Differentiate the types of AIHA
F. IMMUNITY 20%
F.1. Innate Immunity 5
F.1.1. Explain the role of acute phase reactants in innate response
F.1.2. Discuss the cellular defense mechanism of the body and their importance
F.1.3. Use procedures for testing acute phase reactants and correlate clinically
F.2. Humoral Immunity (immunogens, immunoglobulins, B cells) 8
F.2.1. Differentiate antigen from immunogen, antibody from immunoglobulin
F.2.2. Describe the different types of immunoglobulins
F.2.3. Apply the different antigen-antibody reactions
F.3. Cell mediated Immunity 5
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F.3.2. Differentiate the different cytokine families and their importance
F.3.3. Use tests for cytokines and correlate results clinically
F.4. Complement System 2
F.4.1. Discuss complement pathways and their importance
F.4.2. Discuss the laboratory tests for quantitation of complement components and
reporting of results
G. TRANSPLANTATION IMMUNOLOGY 3%
G.1. Histocompatiblity Systems 1
G.1.1. Enumerate the histocompatibility antigens and their importance in transplantation
G.2. Histocompatibility Testing 2
G.2.1. Discuss the different principles and techniqies used for histocompatibility testing
H. SEROLOGIC TESTS 20%
H.1. Bacterial Infections and STD tests 5
H.1.1. Use tests to screen for bacterial infections and sexually transmitted diseases.
H.1.2. Use tests to confirm for bacterial infection
H.1.3. Interpret the results generated
H.2. Viral Infections Tests 6
H.2.1. Use tests to screen for viral infection
H.2.2. Use serologic tests to confirm for viral infection
H.2.3. Correlate the various serologic markers with their diagnostic significance
H.3. Fungal Infection Tests 1
H.3.1. Discuss laboratory testing for the identification of fungal diseases
H.4. Parasitic Infection Tests 2
H.4.1. Apply the techniques and the principles involved in testing for parasitic infections
H.4.2. Interpret the results generated
H.5. Tumor Markers 3
H.5.1. Apply the procedures and the principles inolved in the tests for the identification
and quantitation of tumor markers
H.6. Immune Disorders: Hypersensitivity, Auto immunity, Immunodeficiency and 3
Immunoproliferative disorders
H.6.1. Determine the different types of hypersensitivity
H.6.2. Apply-the-procedures and principles involved in tests for the identification and
quantitation of antibodies associated with immune disorders.
H.6.3. Interpret the results obtained
I. MOLECULAR TESTS 3%
I.1. Molecular Techniques 3
I.1.1. Discuss the molecular tests used for the identification of a disease
I.1.2. Apply the principles of molecular testing for identification of the cause of a disease
I.1.3. Interpret results generated
J. QUALITY MANAGEMENT 6%
J.1. Quality Control 2
J.1.1. Analyze the results of quality control in the performance of Immunohematology
tests
J.1.2. Analyze the results of quality control in the performance of immunology tests
J.2. Quality Assurance 2
J.2.1. Analyze the quality assurance indicators in the Blood bank laboratory
J.2.2. Analyze the quality assurance indicators in Immunology laboratory
J.3. Laboratory Safety
J.3.1. Execute safety procedures as recommended by authorized safety regulators
TOTAL 100% 100

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