Defining the Practice of Medical Technology Profession

Vocabulary flashcards cover core laws, definitions, ethical codes, roles, characteristics, and career opportunities related to the practice of Medical Technology in the Philippines.

Science

Systematic study of the natural world and its biological, psychological and social interrelationships.

Technology

Application of scientific knowledge through artifacts, activities or methods for society’s benefit.

Medical Technology

Health profession that integrates science and technology to examine human specimens for disease detection, diagnosis, treatment and research.

MT Act of 1969 (RA 5527)

Philippine law that formally regulates the education, licensure and practice of Medical Technology.

Section 2 of RA 5527

Lists the laboratory examinations, procedures and activities constituting the practice of Medical Technology.

RA 6132

Amendment to RA 5527 updating board composition, examination dates and other regulatory details.

PD 498

Presidential decree further modifying RA 5527, including licensure requirements and practice rules.

PD 1534

Additional decree amending sections of RA 5527 on board examination schedule and fees.

Pathologist

Licensed physician specially trained to direct the laboratory and interpret tissue, fluid and microscopic findings for diagnosis.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Certified individual who assists a medical technologist or pathologist in laboratory procedures as defined by RA 5527.

Phlebotomist

Health worker trained and certified to collect blood for laboratory testing or donation.

Cytotechnologist

Laboratory specialist who microscopically examines stained cell samples to detect early cellular changes and disease.

Histotechnologist (Histotechnician)

Professional who prepares, processes and stains tissue biopsies for microscopic examination.

Nuclear Medical Technologist

Practitioner who handles radiopharmaceuticals, operates radiation-detecting devices and assists nuclear physicians while ensuring radiation safety.

Toxicologist

Scientist who studies effects of toxic substances on living organisms for safety and consumer protection.

Code of Medical Technology Ethics

Pledge drafted by Dr. Nardito Moraleta outlining duties of responsibility, accuracy, confidentiality and professional conduct for medical technologists.

Sensuous & Flexible

Characteristic of Medical Technology that adapts laboratory techniques to varying clinical needs.

Preferential Health Servant

Role emphasizing the medical technologist’s priority to serve patient health above other concerns.

Adventurous & Self-fulfilling

Trait describing the profession’s continuous pursuit of new methods and personal growth.

Informative

Characteristic reflecting the profession’s responsibility to provide critical data for diagnosis and treatment.

Research-oriented

Quality signifying regular engagement in scientific inquiry to advance laboratory medicine.

Health Promoter

Function where medical technologists participate in community education on hygiene, sanitation and disease prevention.

Medical Mediator

Descriptor of the profession’s role in bridging clinical information between physicians and patients.

Accuracy

Closeness of a laboratory result to the true value, essential for correct clinical interpretation.

Precision

Reproducibility of test results when repeated under identical conditions.

Clinical Laboratory Testing

Performance of routine analyses such as urinalysis, stool exam, hematology, chemistry, serology and microbiology.

Special Procedures

Advanced laboratory methods including molecular diagnostics, nuclear tests and operation of sophisticated analyzers.

Timely Delivery of Results

Professional obligation to release laboratory findings promptly to aid urgent patient care.

Professionalism (in MT)

Adherence to legal statutes (RA 5527, RA 4688, RA 1517, RA 7719) and ethical boundaries of practice.

Confidentiality

Requirement to keep patient health information private unless authorized for release.

Collaborative Practice

Cooperative work with physicians, nurses and other health professionals for effective patient management.

Research (MT role)

Designing and conducting studies to update skills, discover new knowledge and improve laboratory practice.

Health Promotion Programs

Community outreach initiatives such as free testing, sanitation campaigns and disease-prevention education.

Laboratory Scientist

Medical technologist working in clinical laboratories performing diagnostic tests and analyses.

Drug Testing Analyst

MT professional who examines biological samples for the presence of prohibited or therapeutic drugs.

Quality Assurance Officer

Individual who monitors laboratory processes to ensure compliance with standards and reliability of results.

Product Specialist

Professional who provides technical support and information on laboratory instruments or reagents for marketing firms.

Medical Copywriter

Writer who produces scientifically accurate content for medical or pharmaceutical communication.

Business Development Officer (Healthcare)

Professional who identifies and generates growth opportunities for medical or laboratory services.

Medical Researcher

Scientist who conducts experimental or clinical studies to advance medical knowledge.

Continuing Education

Ongoing professional development required to maintain competence and licensure in Medical Technology.

Migration of Medical Technologists

Trend wherein licensed MTs seek employment abroad, impacting local workforce supply.

RA 4688

Philippine law regulating clinical laboratories through licensing and quality standards.

RA 1517 (Blood Banking Law)

Legislation governing the collection, processing and sale of human blood and its products.

RA 7719 (National Blood Services Act)

Act promoting voluntary blood donation and establishing a national blood services network.

Laboratory Information System Officer

Technologist managing electronic data systems for specimen tracking, result reporting and quality control.