Blood Test Technician
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Blood test technicians preprocess blood samples collected from patients and measure and analyze blood cell counts, hemoglobin concentration, etc., using automated analyzers or microscopes.
Description
Blood test technicians handle tasks from receiving specimens to preprocessing (centrifugation, dilution, etc.), operating automated hematology analyzers, morphological examination of blood cells under a microscope, and measuring blood chemistry items (hemoglobin concentration, platelet count, white blood cell count, etc.). They routinely perform instrument maintenance, calibration, reagent preparation, and quality control (QC) to ensure accurate test results. Test results are provided to physicians via electronic medical records or reports, contributing to diagnostic support. They also thoroughly manage laboratory safety and hygiene to prevent contamination.
Future Outlook
With the progress of an aging society, demand for blood tests is increasing. Amid advancements in automation and AI utilization in clinical testing, demand for highly skilled technicians is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Good teamwork / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shifts / Full-time/Contract employee / Hospital employment / Private laboratory employment / Shift work
Career Path
Clinical Laboratory Technician → Laboratory Supervisor → Laboratory Manager → Quality Control Department Staff → Medical Equipment Manufacturer Technical Staff
Required Skills
Microscope observation / Operation of automated hematology analyzers / Reagent preparation / Specimen preprocessing techniques
Recommended Skills
Electronic medical records operation / English scientific paper reading / Quality control / Specialized blood tests
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To logically judge trends or abnormal values in specimen data. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is needed to not miss minute changes or display errors. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Necessary to accurately perform quantitative analysis of blood cell counts and chemical components. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work follows established procedures, so originality is rarely required. |
Related Qualifications
- Clinical Laboratory Technician
Aliases
- Blood Test Technician
- Hematology Technician
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