Diagnostic
Laboratory Medicine careers
Laboratory Medicine covers clinical chemistry, haematology and microbiology testing. Teams typically work in diagnostic labs, public health labs and combine medical laboratory scientist, biomedical scientist, phlebotomist roles. Compensation ranges from roughly $8,000 to $150,000 a year worldwide.
Quick answer
Laboratory Medicine focuses on clinical chemistry, haematology and microbiology testing. Teams work in diagnostic labs, public health labs and pay ranges from $8,000 to $150,000 a year worldwide.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Category | Diagnostic |
| Focus | clinical chemistry, haematology and microbiology testing |
| Settings | Diagnostic labs, Public health labs |
| Certifications | ASCP, IBMS |
| Salary range (USD) | $8,000 – $150,000 |
Roles in this specialty
- Medical Laboratory Scientist
- Biomedical Scientist
- Phlebotomist
Core procedures and activities
- Assay validation
- Quality control
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