The medical laboratory is the heart of modern healthcare, where essential diagnostic processes take place to determine the cause of illness and the best course of treatment. "Good Practices for Medical Laboratory Technicians" serves as an authoritative guide for laboratory professionals, providing a comprehensive overview of best practices, ethical guidelines, and cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of medical diagnostics.

This book covers essential topics such as laboratory safety protocols, handling hazardous materials, and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). It also delves into quality assurance and control measures, emphasizing the importance of accuracy and precision in laboratory testing, as well as calibration and preventive maintenance of laboratory instruments.

Readers will gain detailed insights into the proper techniques for handling biological samples, from collection and labeling to transportation and storage, with special attention to avoiding sample contamination. The book also explores infection control practices, covering biosafety...