PMLS1-MIDTERM

It is also known as Republic Act 5527

Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969

A person shall be deemed to be in the practice of medical technology within the meaning of this Act

Section 2. a. Practice of Medical Technology

Original Version of the Medical Technology Code of Ethics

Dr. Nardito Moraleta

Revision Version of the Medical Technology Code of Ethics

Prof. Rodolfo Rabor

RA 5527 was approved on

June 21, 1969

Must be capable of performing the most basic to the most advanced laboratory tests.

Perform Clinical Laboratory Testing

Medical Technologist are also expected to perform special procedures in diagnosing diseases

Perform Special Procedures

A Medical Technologist should always be conscious of the accuracy and precision of both the testing process and its results.

Ensure Accuracy and Precision of Results

Expected to be honest in the practice of his or her work

Be Honest In Practice

A medical technologist must be aware of the urgency of delivering results on time.

Ensure Timely Delivery of Results

Must be able to perform his/her functions according to the professional Code of Ethics.

Demonstrate Professionalism

Ensuring confidentiality of patients information is one of the core duties within the medical practice.

Uphold Confidentiality

Is required to collaborate with other health care practitioners.

Collaborate with Other Health Care Professionals

Must also be engaged in research activities to update their skills.

Conduct Research

Must be actively involved in reaching out to the community.

Involvement in Health Promotion Programs

A duly registered physician, who is specially trained in methods of laboratory medicine. Considered to head a clinical laboratory.

Pathologist

Qualified to assist medical technologist/pathologist and was certified by the Board of Medical Technology.

Medical Laboratory Technicians

To be a Medical Laboratory Technician you must need

70-74.9%

An individual trained to draw blood either for laboratory tests or blood donations.

Phlebotomist

A laboratory personnel who detects changes in body cells.

Cytotechnologist

A laboratory personnel responsible for the routine preparation, processing, and staining of biopsies and tissue.

Histotechnologist

A healthcare professional who works alongside with nuclear physicians.

Nuclear Medical Technologist

Studies the effects of toxic substances on the physiological functions of human beings, animals, and plants.

Toxicologist

It is the national professional organization of Registered Medical Technologist in the Philippines.

Philippine Association of Medical Technologist, Inc. (PAMET)

Considered as the “Father of PAMET”

Crisanto G. Almario

First president of PAMET

Charlemagne T. Tamondong

First national convention and election of PAMET

September 20, 1964

First organizational meeting of PAMET

September 15, 1963

PAMET Logo

Circle - Practice and education must always be integrated

Green - Color of Health

Triangle - Trilogy of love, respect, and integrity.

Microscope and Snake - Science of MT profession

1964 - PAMET Board Election

PAMET Core Values

Integrity, Professionalism, Commitment, Excellence, and Unity.

It is the national organization of all recognized schools of Medical Technology in the Philippines.

Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health, Inc. (PASMETH)

PASMETH was established on

1970

First president of PASMETH

Dr. Gustavo Reyes (UST)

First organizational meeting of PASMETH

June 22, 1970

PASMETH Logo

Circle - Continuity of learning and the never ending quest for excellence.

Diamond - Four objectives of the association

Microscope - Field of Medical Technology and Public Health

1970 - Association was founded

It is the national organization of all medical technology students under the supervision of PASMETH.

Philippine Society of Medical Technology Students (PHISMETS)

PHISMETS was first organized on

2002

PHISMETS was organized during the presidency of

Dr. Zenaida C. Cajucom

PHISMETS was reorganized on

November 25, 2006

PHISMETS held it's first Medical Technology Student Congress on

February 24, 2009

PHISMETS Logo

3 Circles - Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao

Laurel - Symbolizes nature

Green Letters - Color of Health

5 Bubbles - 5 Objectives

Microscope - Represents Medical Laboratory Science

It is a professional organization for pathologists and laboratory professionals in the United States.

American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

It is a non-profit organization in the Philippines dedicated to promoting safe and sufficient blood supply across the country.

Philippine Blood Coordinating Council (PBCC)

It is a professional organization in the Philippines dedicated to advancing the field of microbiology

Philippine Society of Microbiology, Inc. (PSM)

It is a professional organization in the Philippines that focuses on promoting high standards and best practices in clinical laboratory quality assurance.

Philippine Council for Quality Assurance in Clinical Laboratories (PCQACL)

More specialized in biorisk management training and protocols

Biorisk Association of the Philippines (BrAP)

Has a broader role in policy development, standards setting, and national biosafety/biosecurity advocacy in the Philippines.

Philippine Biosafety and Biosecurity Association (PhBBA)

Accredit curricular programs in educational institutions.

Accrediting Organization

Provide certification examinations for professionals.

Credentialing/Certifying Organization

Are organizations that contribute to the continued development of a specific group of professionals.

Professional Societies

This phase involves all the steps taken before the actual analysis of the sample. It includes sample collection, handling, and preparation.

Pre-Analytic Phase

This phase is the actual testing and analysis of the sample. It involves using laboratory instruments, reagents, and techniques to obtain the test results.

Analytic Phase

This phase involves reporting, interpretation, and management of the test results.

Post-Analytic Phase

NRL for HIV, Hepatitis, and STD.

San Lazaro Hospital

NRL for Bacteria, Parasites, Virus, Blood and Emerging Diseases.

Research Institute for Tropical Medicine

NRL for Environment and Occupational Health, Toxicology, and Micronutrient Assay.

East Avenue Medical Center

NRL for Hematology including Immunohematology

National Kidney and Transplant Institute

NRL for Anatomic Pathology and Biochemistry

Lung Center of the Philippines

Are closely related fields within transfusion medicine that focus on the collection, testing, processing, storage, and distribution of blood and its components.

Blood bank/Immunohematology

Key Areas of Microbiology

Bacteriology

Mycobacteriology

Mycology

Virology

Penalty for Clinical Laboratory that operates without license.

Fine of 1000-5000 and imprisonment for not less than (1) month.

Classifications of Clinical Laboratories

A. By Ownership

B. By Function

C. By Institutional Character

D. By Service Capability

Test Done or Urgent Cases

Stat Tests

Commonly requested tests in the laboratory.

Routine Tests

Any testing site that perform laboratory examinations.

Satellite Testing Site

This refers to medical diagnostic testing performed at or near the site of patient care rather than in a centralized laboratory.

Point-of-Care Testing (POCT)

LTO

License to Operate

Is a laboratory facility that is designed to operate on wheels, enabling it to provide diagnostic testing and healthcare services at various locations rather than being confined to a fixed site.

Mobile Clinical Laboratory

Tests done in series on patients as a guide for treatment

Monitoring Examinations

POL

Physician’s Office Laboratory

Refers to a formal authorization granted by a governmental regulatory body (Department of Health) that allows an individual or a facility to legally practice or operate in the field of medical technology or laboratory services.

License

Is an individual or entity that has been granted a license by a regulatory authority

Licensee

The checklist used by the regulatory officers during inspection.

Inspection Tool

A corporate body or establishment organized for a specific purpose.

Institution

EQAP

External Quality Assessment Program