Medical Laboratory Science Concentration

In today’s world of rapidly advancing medical research and technology, it’s hard to imagine health care without the vital work of medical laboratory scientists.

Medical Laboratory Science is a dynamic health profession focused on analyzing blood, tissues, and other bodily specimens to help diagnose, monitor, and treat disease. As a medical laboratory scientist, you’ll be a key member of the health care team, using your biomedical knowledge and technical skills to uncover critical information about a patient’s health. From identifying infectious microbes and detecting cancer cells to screening for diabetes, determining blood types, and performing genetic testing, you’ll play a central role in patient care.

As a student in this concentration, you’ll complete coursework that prepares you for hands-on practica in medical laboratories. These experiences allow you to apply what you’ve learned and deepen your understanding of health and disease. This accredited pathway also prepares you to sit for the ASCP Medical Laboratory Science Certification exam and qualify for licensure in states where it’s required.

Medical Laboratory Science Concentration Course Requirements:

  • BHSC 2970 – Leadership and Management in Health Care
  • BIOC 3001 – Fundamentals of Biochemistry
  • PATH 2010 – Introduction to Human Disease
  • MLS 3100 – Clinical Chemistry I
  • MLS 3110 – Clinical Chemistry II
  • MMG 3220 – Advanced Medical Microbiology
  • BHSC 3420 – Immunology
  • BHSC 3440 – Immunology Lab
  • BHSC 3810 – Applied Molecular Biology
  • BHSC 3820 – Applied Molecular Biology Lab
  • MLS 3200 – Hematology
  • MLS 3220 – Hematology Lab
  • MLS 3300 – Clinical Microbiology II
  • MLS 3400 – Immunohematology
  • MLS 3900 – Topics in Medical Laboratory Science
  • MLS 3910 – Foundations of Interprofessionalism
  • MLS 3192, 3292, 3392, and 3492 – Clinical Practica in Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, and Immunohematology (12 credits)
  • Electives – 5 credits