Laboratory Medicine Program

The Laboratory Medicine Program is one of the earliest academic programs at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. It was first introduced at Sana’a University in 1978, and the first cohort graduated in 1979. The program aims to prepare scientifically and practically qualified graduates to work efficiently in various departments of medical laboratories, including medical microbiology, biochemistry, hematology, immunology, parasitology, blood banking, and molecular biology. Graduates are trained to perform laboratory tests accurately, identify pathogenic microorganisms, conduct antimicrobial susceptibility testing, operate and maintain laboratory equipment, apply quality management and biosafety standards, and interpret laboratory results in relation to clinical conditions to support diagnosis and treatment. They are also expected to uphold professional ethics, engage in continuous learning, work effectively within healthcare teams, and contribute to research and the improvement of laboratory services. The program has produced more than 3,000 graduates at Sana’a University. Postgraduate programs (MSc and PhD) have also been established in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Parasitology, and Hematology.

Department Vision

To achieve leadership and excellence in educational and research programs within the field of laboratory medicine to meet healthcare and community needs.

Program Mission

Preparing well-qualified graduates equipped with knowledge, skills, and ethics in the field of laboratory medicine to serve healthcare, the community, and scientific research.

Program Objectives

1. Acquiring the basic recent knowledge of foundational sciences, such as Anatomy, Histology, Physiology, Pharmacology, and Pathology related to laboratory medicine.
2. Applying the basic recent knowledge and skills of laboratory medicine, such as Biochemistry, Microbiology, Parasitology, Hematology, Immunology, and Blood Banking, appropriately in laboratory investigation.
3. Integrating fundamental knowledge of various diseases with laboratory findings, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to achieve accurate diagnosis and enhance patient-centered care.
4. Using critical thinking and problem-solving skills in laboratory diagnosis and professional issues to make evidence-based decisions.
5. Communicating effectively and demonstrating an attitude of professionalism with patients, their families, and other health care professionals.
6. Protecting confidentiality and adhering to moral and ethical standards of investigations and governmental regulations applied to Laboratory investigations.
7. Performing up-to-date laboratory techniques.
8. Interpreting different laboratory investigations efficiently.
9. Applying measures of biosafety and quality management efficiently.
10. Applying research methodology and laboratory knowledge and skills efficiently to explore and respond to medical science issues of various scales.
11. Engaging in lifelong learning and the ability to acquire new knowledge as needed.
12. Demonstrating capability in time management, leadership roles, and teamwork.