Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences

Introduction

The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences is dedicated to preparing highly skilled and ethical laboratory professionals through its BS and M.Phil. Medical Laboratory Sciences programs. The department serves as a critical component of healthcare education, focusing on the accurate diagnosis, monitoring, and prevention of diseases through advanced laboratory testing. With a strong emphasis on practical training, research, and the use of modern diagnostic technologies, we aim to produce professionals who are competent, analytical, and committed to excellence in clinical laboratory science.

Mission

To provide quality education and research opportunities that develop competent, ethical, and innovative medical laboratory scientists capable of contributing to accurate diagnosis, patient care, and public health through advanced laboratory practices.

Vision

To be a leading institution in medical laboratory science education and research, recognized for producing skilled professionals and researchers who advance healthcare outcomes through excellence in clinical diagnostics and laboratory innovation.

Philosophy

The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences is built on the belief that accurate laboratory diagnostics are the foundation of effective healthcare. Our core educational philosophy includes:

  • Diagnostic Excellence: Emphasizing precision, scientific rigor, and attention to detail in all laboratory investigations.
  • Ethical Responsibility: Instilling integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in the handling of patient data and laboratory results.
  • Research and Innovation: Fostering a culture of inquiry, scientific research, and technological adaptation to improve laboratory methods.
  • Patient-Centered Support: Recognizing the indirect yet vital role of laboratory scientists in patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • Lifelong Learning: Encouraging ongoing education and development to adapt to advancements in laboratory technology and global health challenges.

 

Programs Offered:

  1. ADP Medical Lab Technology
  2. BS Medical Lab Technology

 ADP Medical Laboratory Technology

 

Scheme of Studies

 

#

Course Title

Credit Hours

Semester I

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Basic & Applied Anatomy

Major

2

1

2 Basic & Applied Physiology 

Major

2

1

3 Quantitative Reasoning I 

Gen

3

0

4 Functional English 

Gen

3

0

5 Islamic Studies 

Gen

2

0

6 Entrepreneurship

Gen

2

0

Total

16

Semester II

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Fundamental of Medical Lab Technology

Major

2

0

2 Introductory Biochemistry

Major

3

1

3 Applications of Information and Communication Technologies

Gen

2

1

4 Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan

Gen

2

0

5 Quantitative Reasoning II

Gen

3

0

6 Introduction to Sociology

Gen (SS)

2

0

Total

16

Semester III

Category

Theory

Lab

1 General Hematology

Major

2

1

2 Clinical Pathology

Major

      2

1

3 Clinical Lab Practice-I

Major

0

3

4 General Microbiology & Sterilization

Gen (NS)

2

1

5 Communication Skills

Gen (A&H)

2

0

6 Civics and Community Engagement

Gen

2

0

Total

16

Semester IV

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Clinical Biochemistry (I & II)

Major

3

1

2 Immunology & Serology

Major

3

1

3 Histopathology & His technology

Major

3

1

4 Clinical Lab Practice-II

Major

0

3

5 Expository Writing

Gen

3

0

Total

18

Total Credit Hours: 66

 

BS Medical Lab Technology

 

# Course Title

 

Credit Hours

Semester-I

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Quran & Tafseer

Compulsory

2

0

2 Basic & Applied Anatomy

Major

2

1

3 Basic & Applied Physiology 

Major

2

1

4 Quantitative Reasoning-I 

Gen

3

0

5 Functional English 

Gen

3

0

6 Islamic Studies / Ethics

Gen

2

0

7 Entrepreneurship

Gen

2

0

Total

 

16

Semester-II

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Fundamental of Medical Lab Technology

Major

2

0

2 Introductory Biochemistry

Major

3

1

3

Applications of Information and Communication Technologies

Gen

2

1

4 Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan

Gen

2

0

5 Quantitative Reasoning-II

Gen

3

0

6 Introductory Pharmacology

Inter D

3

0

Total

 

17

Semester-III

Category

Theory

Lab

1 General Hematology

Major

2

1

2 Clinical Pathology

Major

      2

1

3 Clinical Lab Practice-I

Major

0

3

4 General Microbiology & Sterilization

Gen (NS)

2

1

5 Communication Skills

Gen (A&H)

2

0

6 Civics and Community Engagement

Gen

2

0

Total

 

16

Semester-IV

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Clinical Biochemistry (I & II)

Major

3

1

2 Immunology & Serology

Major

3

1

3 Histopathology & Histotechnology

Major

3

1

4 Clinical Lab Practice-II

Major

0

3

5 Expository Writing

Gen

3

0

Total

 

18

Semester V

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Clinical Parasitology

Major

2

1

2 Immunohematology & Transfusion Medicine

Major

2

1

3 Clinical Bacteriology

Major

3

1

4 Biosafety and Hazards

Major

2

0

5 Medical Instrumentations & Software Applications

Major

3

0

6 Clinical Lab Practice-III

Major

0

3

Total

 

18

Semester VI

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Cytology & Cytotechnology

Major

2

1

2 Clinical Virology & Mycology

Major

2

1

3 Advanced Hematology

Major

2

1

4 Advance Immunology

Major

2

1

5 Clinical Lab Practice-IV

Major

0

3

6 Introduction to Management

Inter D

3

0

Total

 

18

Semester VII

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Advanced Clinical Microbiology

Major

3

1

2 Advanced Diagnostic & Biomedical Techniques

Major

2

1

3 Clinical Genetics

Major

2

1

4 Pakistan Studies

Gen

2

0

5 Biostatistics

Inter D

3

0

6 Internship

Major

0

3

Total

 

18

 Semester VIII

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Basic Epidemiology

Major

3

0

2 Quality Assurance Management

Major

2

0

3 Clinical Laboratory Management

Major

3

0

4 Project

Major

0

3

5 Behavior Science

Inter D

3

0

6 Introduction to Sociology

Gen (SS)

2

0

Total

 

16

.                                                                                                      Total Credit Hours: 137