The work of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist involves a wide variety of responsibilities in several areas of laboratory medicine. Some of the tasks performed include:
- identification of infectious agents such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites
- analysis of blood to detect disorders such as leukemia, hemophilia and immunodeficiency
- measuring the presence of antibodies in blood to indicate infection with agents like HIV
- assuring the quality of blood for transfusions
In addition to conducting the laboratory tests, the Clinical Laboratory Scientist:
- assures the quality of test data
- compares and selects appropriate laboratory methods and instruments
- provides physicians with information on the validity and significance of test results
- supervises other laboratory personnel
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