PMLS1 (Prelims)

This set of flashcards covers key concepts and definitions related to medical technology as discussed in the lecture notes.

Medical technology is concerned with the performance of laboratory determinations and analyses used in the __ and treatment of disease.

diagnosis

According to Ruth Heinemann, medical technology applies the principles of the natural, physical and biological sciences to the performance of __ procedures.

laboratory

The __ Act of 1969 deals with the examination of tissues, secretions, and excretions in medical technology.

Philippine Medical Technology

Medical technology dates back to __ B.C. according to Vivian Herrick.

1550

The Four Humors theory was prevalent from __ BC to 180 AD.

300

Antonie van Leeuwenhoek is known as the Father of __.

Microbiology

In the 19th century, physicians began using __ for diagnosis or therapeutics.

machines

The first clinical laboratory in the United States was established at __.

University of Michigan Hospital

Dr. William Osler introduced and used the __ and a blood counting machine in the hospital-based laboratory.

microscope

The first state legislature requiring hospitals to have a fully-equipped laboratory was passed in __.

1915

The American Society for Clinical Pathology was founded in __ with the objective of fostering cooperation between physicians and clinical pathologists.

1922

The first degree program on Medical Technology in the Philippines was offered by the __ in 1923.

University of Minnesota

Dr. Alfredo Pio de Roda and Dr. Prudencia Sta. Ana conducted a training program for aspiring laboratory workers which ended in __.

1954

The Manila Sanitarium Hospital opened the first School of Medical Technology in the Philippines in __.

1954

Edward Jenner discovered __ to establish immunity to smallpox in 1796.

vaccination

Marie Francois Xavier Bichat contributed to __ by identifying organs by their types of tissues.

histology

The laws governing the practice of Medical Technology in the Philippines include R.A. 5527, R.A. 4688, and R.A. __.

7719

Medical laboratory technicians are certified professionals who assist medical technologists and __.

pathologists

Health promotion programs by medical technologists focus on hygiene, sanitation, and disease __.

prevention

Current trends in medical laboratory science include biotechnology, nanotechnology, and __.

quality management