What are the functions of a Medical Laboratory
Technologist?
Microscopic, microbiological and chemical examination of specimens from patients to assist the medical practitioner with diagnosis, determination of blood levels of drugs for optimal therapy, tests to determine which antibiotics are the most effective against specific bacteria, tissue sections to determine whether malignancy is present.
Career Opportunities
Medical Laboratory Technology offers a challenging and exciting career in
both the private and public sectors. There is a continuous demand for
trained technologists. Job opportunities exist at the following institutions:
The National Health Laboratory Services with its main branch in
Johannesburg and other branches in South Africa.