Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Major: Medical Laboratory Sciences
Hours: 120
Medical Laboratory Sciences Overview
Lamar University's Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences is the study and practice of diagnostic laboratory medicine, and is one of the most dynamic professions in healthcare today. Medical laboratory scientists analyze body tissues, fluids and other substances using complex instrumentation, techniques and specialized knowledge.
As a medical laboratory scientist, you become a behind-the-scenes detective in the healthcare industry, accurately and precisely performing laboratory procedures to provide crucial information in diagnosing, preventing and treating diseases. Upon graduation from this program, you are eligible for national certification as a medical laboratory scientist or a medical technologist.
Career Paths for Medical Laboratory Sciences
Obtaining a degree in medical laboratory sciences offers diverse career paths ranging from bench-level testing to management, research and specialized diagnostics. Professionals commonly work in hospital labs, clinics, forensic labs and biotechnology firms.
Primary Careers
Medical laboratory scientist, clinical laboratory scientist, phlebotomist
- Hospitals
- Forensic labs
- Pharmaceutical firms
- Public health
- Medical practitioners/partnerships
- Hospitals and clinics
- Research institutions
- Non-profit organizations