B.Sc. in MLT- Medical Lab Technology

Academic programs in Medical Laboratory Sciences play an essential role in developing skilled healthcare professionals who contribute to disease diagnosis, laboratory investigations, clinical decision-making and quality patient care. By providing students with sound theoretical knowledge, practical laboratory training and clinical exposure, the program prepares graduates to work effectively in diagnostic laboratories, hospital laboratories, blood banks, research laboratories, diagnostic centres and other healthcare settings.

Programs Offered by the Department

Undergraduate Programs

• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (BMLS)

The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences at Annamacharya University, Rajampet, offers an undergraduate program designed to develop competent and skilled professionals in medical laboratory technology, diagnostic investigations, laboratory management and quality assurance.

The undergraduate program was established in the year 2024, with an initial intake of 18 students, and subsequently increased. The curriculum focuses on developing professional competencies in laboratory investigations, diagnostic procedures, laboratory safety and evidence-based healthcare practices.

The department is headed by qualified faculty members who monitor academic activities, practical laboratory training, student development, clinical postings and departmental activities.

Duration

• 4 years (8 semesters), including the prescribed academic and clinical training components.
• Each semester generally lasts 5–6 months, including examinations

Credit Requirements

The total credit requirements for the undergraduate program are 140, and the curriculum generally consists of the following components:

1. Foundation Courses

Typically contribute to 20% of the total credits.

• Human Anatomy and Physiology.
• Biochemistry and Clinical Biochemistry fundamentals.
• Pathology and General Pathology.
• Microbiology and Basic Immunology.
• Basic Pharmacology.
• Communication skills, professional ethics and healthcare-related subjects.

2. Core Professional Subjects

Typically contribute to 55% of the total credits

• Clinical Biochemistry
• Clinical Pathology.
• Haematology and Clinical Haematology.
• Histopathology and Cytopathology.
• Medical Microbiology.
• Immunology and Serology.
• Blood Banking and Transfusion Medicine.
• Clinical Immunology.
• Molecular Diagnostics and Genetics.
• Parasitology and Mycology.
• Laboratory Management and Quality Assurance.
• Advanced Diagnostic Laboratory Techniques.

3. Clinical Training and Internships

Typically contribute to 15% of the total credits.

• Clinical postings in hospital-based diagnostic laboratories.
• Practical exposure to haematological investigations and blood analysis.
• Training in clinical biochemistry and biochemical investigations.
• Exposure to bacteriology, virology, mycology and parasitology.
• Practical training in histopathology and cytology techniques.
• Exposure to blood banking and transfusion services.
• Training in sample collection, processing, handling and preservation.
• Exposure to automated laboratory analysers and diagnostic equipment.
• Supervised internship to develop professional skills and clinical competencies.

4. Mandatory Non-Core Courses

Typically contribute to 10% of the total credits

• Social and Preventive Medicine.
• English, Communication and Interpersonal Skills.
• Basic Emergency care and First aid.
• Biomedical Waste Management and Infection Prevention.

Clinical and Laboratory Facilities

The department focuses on providing practical learning opportunities through laboratory demonstrations, hands-on training, equipment handling sessions and simulation-based learning activities.

The major areas of practical exposure include:

• Clinical biochemistry analysers and laboratory equipment.
• Haematology analysers and automated blood cell counters.
• Microscopes and microscopic examination techniques.
• Centrifuges, incubators and laboratory refrigerators.
• Clinical pathology and urinalysis equipment.
• Histopathology tissue processing and embedding equipment.
• Microtomes and tissue sectioning instruments.
• Staining techniques and slide preparation facilities.
• Microbiology laboratory equipment and culture techniques.
• Autoclaves and sterilization equipment.
• Blood grouping, cross-matching and transfusion testing equipment.
• ELISA and immunological testing equipment.
• Molecular diagnostic equipment, including PCR systems.
• Laboratory safety equipment and personal protective equipment.
• Biomedical waste segregation and disposal facilities.
• Laboratory quality control and quality assurance systems.

Clinical Training Facilities

Students receive supervised clinical exposure in relevant healthcare departments and associated hospitals, including:

• Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory.
• Haematology Laboratory.
• Clinical Pathology Laboratory.
• Medical Microbiology Laboratory.
• Histopathology and Cytopathology Laboratory.
• Blood Bank and Transfusion Medicine Department.
• Immunology and Serology Laboratory.
• Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory.
• Hospital Central Diagnostic Laboratory.
• Specialized Diagnostic and Research Laboratories.

These clinical experiences help students develop technical competency, analytical skills, diagnostic accuracy, laboratory safety practices, teamwork, communication skills and professional confidence.

Accreditation and Regulatory Compliance

• The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences successfully underwent peer review and on-site evaluations in early 2026.
• Accreditation granted in October 2026 indicates compliance with relevant criteria, including infrastructure, faculty qualifications, curriculum delivery, laboratory facilities and student achievements.
• It assures stakeholders, including students, parents and employers, that the academic program is committed to maintaining quality standards in medical laboratory education and professional training.
• The program aims to align with the relevant provisions of the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) Act, 2021, and applicable university and regulatory requirements.