Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences

Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences

Chair of Department
Dr. Rodgers Norman Demba

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About Us

About the Department

Welcome to the Department of Medical Laboratory Science website! We endeavor to provide outstanding training in Medical Laboratory Science in the country and across the globe. In particular, our Department has focused training on hands-on laboratory practices by integrating research, education and embracing the emergence of cutting-edge diagnostics (including molecular and genomic pathology).

The department takes pride in ensuring that the graduates are adequately prepared to provide Evidence-based laboratory medicine that focuses on the evaluation and use of laboratory test with an overall aim of improving patient outcomes. 

Departments

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science was previously a programme within the Department of Biomedical Sciences in the School of Public Health and Community Development (SPHCD). From the year 2019, it became a fully-fledged department in the School of Medicine (SOM), Maseno University. 

The programme offered in our department is regulated by Commission for University Education and the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians’ and Technologists’ Board (KMLTTB).

Medical Laboratory Scientist also known as Medical Laboratory Technologist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist works closely with medical doctors and they are responsible for analyzing a variety of biological specimens from patients. It is estimated that 70% of medical decisions that informs patient diagnosis, treatment, hospital admission and discharge are based on laboratory test. In addition, Medical Laboratory Science contributions affects 95% of a health system’s costs. 

The specialties in Medical Laboratory Science includes Blood Transfusion Science, Clinical Chemistry/Chemical Pathology, Cytopathology, Histopathology, Haematology, Immunology, Medical Bacteriology, Medical Genetics, Medical Parasitology & Entomology, Medical Mycology, and Medical Virology. 

Vision. 
To be a regional centre of excellence in Medical Laboratory Science training and research, and train innovative healthcare providers with modern laboratory perspectives.

Mission. 
Delivering quality education and research, producing highly knowledgeable, skilled, ethical, and valued health professionals. This is achieved using motivated, professional, creative and results orientated faculty resulting in a healthier Kenya.

Programmes
• Currently the department offers Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science with IT.
• The department proposes to offer selected areas of specialties in Master of Medical Laboratory Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Laboratory Science

The Course

Undergraduate Programmes

Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science with IT

Common Regulations for admission into Bachelor programmes at Maseno University shall apply.

To be admitted into the Medical Laboratory Science with IT degree programme at Maseno University, the student must:

  • Satisfy the minimum University entry requirements of C+ in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with at least C+ in Biology, C+ in Chemistry, C+ in Mathematics or Physics and a C+ in English or Kiswahili or at least C+ in Biological Sciences, Physical sciences or English or Kiswahili.
  • Satisfy the senate in all the requirements for bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science and Technology with IT programme. 
  • Have a minimum of 2 principal passes in science subjects in IGCE/GCE.
  • Have a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from an institution recognised by the University Senate and registered with the KMLTTB.
  • Have a Higher National Diploma, (HND), in Medical Laboratory Technology from an institution recognised by the University Senate and registered with the KMLTTB.
  • Have a Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or any other related field recognised by Maseno university senate
The Programmes

Programmes Offered

Masters of Medical Laboratory Science

This is a two-year course.

SPECIALIZATION OPTIONS:

  1. Clinical Chemistry

  2. Parasitology

  3. Microbiology

  4. Blood Transfusion Science

  5. Histopathology & Cytopathology

  6. Haematology

  7. Virology

 

Applicants MUST meet the following requirements

  • A holder of a bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science of Maseno University or equivalent qualification from a recognized University. A holder of the related degree must present evidence of current licensure by KMLTTB.

  • These programmes primarily target's Professionals in Medical Laboratory Science.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medical Laboratory Science

1. Clinical Chemistry

2. Parasitology

3. Bacteriology

4. Blood Transfusion Science

5. Histopathology Cytopathology

6. Haematology

7. Virology

8. Mycology

Applicants MUST meet the following requirements

  • A holder of a Master's degree in Medical Laboratory Science of Maseno University or equivalent qualification from a recognized University.

  • A holder of a Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science of Maseno University or equivalent qualification from a recognized University. A holder of the related degree must present evidence of current licensure by KMLTTB.

  • These programmes primarily target's Professionals in Medical Laboratory Science.

Our Faculty

Staff