How to Pass the ASCP MLS/MLT Exam!

[@nyamariee.]

OMG I PASSED THE ASCP!! I used the LSU book, Polansky cards, media lab, and the BOC review questions online. I swear I thought I was failing the whole time but almost cried once I saw pass!

[@domilarae]

Congrats on getting certified!!! Thanks for sharing your helpful resources ☺️

[@ryanb4129]

I have been using these exact same resources and I take mine tomorrow. I go through periods of “I got this!“ and then periods of “am I ready?”. But this is it. I’m not studying anymore I’m leaving all of my study material at home and heading to my hotel soon.

[@domilarae]

@@ryanb4129 good luck on your exam!

[@ryanb4129]

@@domilarae thank you so much! I passed! I sighed SO LOUD when it said “Pass” and I put my head down on the desk! I was shaking as I was checking out and going back to my hotel lol. It doesn’t feel real for some reason 😂 I’m so happy it’s over!

[@domilarae]

@@ryanb4129 CONGRATS!!!!!!! 🎉 So happy for you, the hard part is over 😂 I wish you the best as you enter the work force

[@patricianabende7674]

Hey gal. I used to review this video when I was prepping for the ascpi exam and I just came back to say thank you. I mostly used the BOC study guide as well as the bottom line approach book. I passed the exam. When you said 'you got this' in one of your videos I actually believed that you were talking to me. THANK YOU. You encouraged me to do it and I made it. Sending you all the love from Kenya 🇰🇪 ❤

[@domilarae]

Congrats on passing your ascpi exam!! Thanks for sharing the resources as well. Sometimes, I wonder if my videos are helpful to people, so I really appreciate you for sharing your message. Good luck on your journey in the lab!!

[@aramidekehinde4906]

Very helpful

[@jeremymoore145]

I passed my MLS ASCP exam! I used the ASCP BOC and the Quick Compendium of Medical laboratory sciences. I must have reviewed over 2000 questions in 2 months. I graduated in April and recommend that you spend at least a month studying everything before taking this exam. The exam is challenging but with hard work you can pass! Thanks Dominique for the motivation!

[@domilarae]

Congratulations!! 🎉🥳 Thanks for sharing your resources. Did you find the compendium helpful while in school? I was given the book after I had taken my exam, but it seems great for reviewing

[@awelewaoluwafemi203]

Good day. Congratulations on victory. Pls can you share the resources you use🙏🙏

[@jeremymoore145]

@@domilarae yes the Compendium was helpful. I actually used the compendium for the clinical phase. We had a comprehensive exam on all the sections and it really had all information organized perfectly. I used the compendium as a reference tool for understanding questions I got wrong on the ASCP BOC (blue) book.

[@jeremymoore145]

@@awelewaoluwafemi203 I used the Quick Compendium, the ASCP BOC (blue) book and the ASCP Compendium to pass. If you have strong notes from school and your study books you can also reference your missed questions from that material also. I know that compendium can be expensive so I wouldn’t spend your money on that, I would just invest in getting the ASCP BOC (blue) book for the questions.

[@Thesassyintrovert]

Hi do you have the books in pdf form?

[@sheeplestrafer9413]

I will be taking my ASCP Phlebotomy exam in a little over a month. I intend to move upwards, towards my MLT cert shortly after. Just getting my foot in the door. Thank you for taking time to upload. Appreciate you, girl!

[@domilarae]

@@sheeplestrafer9413 good luck on your exam! That’s a great way to start getting experience in your lab journey!

[@sheeplestrafer9413]

@@domilarae passed w a near perfect score yesterday. 98.89%

[@domilarae]

@@sheeplestrafer9413 congratulations on passing your exam!! And I wish you the best as you begin working in the field. The phleb experience will be very helpful as you prep for mlt. Maybe even consider phleb/lab assistant positions if your applying to hospitals. You'll be able to receive and process specimens in the lab

[@clairealellieadeva4697]

I passed my exam! Thank you for your helpful tips. I really appreciated them. My set had mostly blood bank questions. BOC and polansky were very helpful. I had Labce and my scores were in the 70s but the questions were very different on the actual exam. 😅

[@domilarae]

Congrats on passing!!! Thanks for sharing what helped to. I agree, that labce questions were different than on the actual exam but very good rationales 😂

[@درسخصوصي-خ4م]

Where I can take the exam please

[@claledpa]

Hello, I just recently passed Ascpi last April 17,2024. I found the exam hard but then my review materials really help me to pass my exam, BoC,bottomline, ciulla book are my review materials.

[@domilarae]

Thanks for sharing! Congrats on passing the exam!!

[@Symplydolapo]

Hello, pls do you have soft copies of the materials you used for your exam prep 🙏 I will really appreciate it

[@dishapatel1249]

Hii do you have material for asap exam ??

[@Caddy-bj1hj]

Hello i advise you to contact Thomas if you are preparing for your ASCP exam be it MLT or MLS. He is the reason i and my family are very happy today

[@KingsleySeal]

I failed 3 times, i lost money to reviews that never helped but the major thing is that I've not lost hope

[@katey9527]

I take mine in less than two weeks and I'm sooooo nervous... I really need to pass the first time, so I'm hoping for the best with the time I have left. I really don't think my program prepared me well for certain areas (like Chemistry), so trying to make it all up through self-study is tough! Thank you for the encouragement. I always come back to your videos while I'm prepping to feel better lol

[@domilarae]

I wish you the best! I found it very helpful to practice exam style questions to prepare. It made it easier to find specific topics that I needed to review, versus trying to review everything. Good luck, I’m sure you will do great!

[@katey9527]

@@domilarae Thank you so much!! From what you remember, would you say Harr is as difficult or more difficult than the actual exam…? I’m finding some Harr questions to be pretty “in the weeds”/difficult at times compared to MediaLab, so I’m not sure if that’s how the exam will truly be? I can only remember so much ahhh 🥲🥲

[@domilarae]

@katey9527 The ASCP BOC Study guide had questions that were closest in format to the exam. I think Harr and Medialab were very difficult, but helpful to get in the test-taking mindset. The questions are in the weeds, but even the smallest context clue can help you with process of elimination. I can’t remember how random my questions were though. I know I had a lot of hematology/coag, which was my worst recall subject lol.

[@aubreycole1690]

I just barely scheduled my exam today. I feel super overwhelmed, but I'm hoping your suggestions will help me study in order to pass.

[@demiladef-j2394]

This couldn’t have come at a better time!! i just graduated as a medical lab scientist & I plan to take the ASCP MLS exam next month! (June)

[@domilarae]

Congrats on graduating!! Good luck on your exam ☺️

[@fasakintoyin4321]

Can you kindly assist with boc e-book or whatever soft copy materials you have... Thanks

[@kvn6044]

Just graduated and will be taking the ascp on the 26th. Will let you know how it goes! I'm using the Clinical lab science review (bottom line approach), the BOC book, compendium, and medialab to prepare.

[@domilarae]

Congrats on graduating!!! Good luck on your exam! Was the compendium helpful for studying while you were in school? I own it but never actually used it since I was given the book post-grad

[@kvn6044]

@@domilarae Thank you, and yes! It's basically just a more in-depth version of the CLS bottom line review book. It highlights many details that are easily overlooked in textbooks, and it's great for knowing specific facts that I knew would be possible questions/answers on exams. Overall, I think it's a good tool in combination with other resources, but by itself it felt a little overwhelming trying to get through it. I would mostly look to it if there was a topic that I found were hard to grasp.

[@user-bj9gx3zh9g]

I'm thinking to take this exam soon, you gave me motivation

[@michelledanley692]

THANK YOU FOR LINKING SO MANY RESOURCES OH MY GOSHH

[@domilarae]

You're welcome! Glad the links were helpful. Good luck as you prep for the exam!

[@cesarespinel4107]

Hi dominique! i'll be taking the ASCP BOC in exactly 2 months, i have just finished studying chem, only micro to go. I was doing selected areas tests (hematology, immunology, urinalysis, bloodbank, 25 questions per exam) in labce (i was scoring 50%-70%, there were a couple times were i scored below 50, like 48%). I added chem and went up to 50 questions, i have taken 3 exams, and scored 62%,52% and 60%. Sometimes i feel completely lost answering these questions, mostly blood bank because they throw a bunch of random questions, i think that im doing terrible at the moment, and then i see the score, turns out i was doing "just ok". I do feel a bit scared because i do not know if i'm actually preparing myself the way i need to for this exam. Thank you so much for making these videos, i have watched the exam day vlog video over a 100 times hahaha. i Hope i can also pass this exam first try :)

[@domilarae]

It seems like your studying is going well! Keep practicing & stay motivated ☺️

[@Physician23]

You passed the exam??

[@ChideraBecky-p2x]

I really want to write an ASCP exam, but I don't know where to get the material for my preparation... can you please help me

[@iakovellis3243]

Thank you for this!!!! i start my program in august and this is so helpful.

[@domilarae]

Thanks for watching!

[@emmafuller4040]

I am hoping to take my test on Friday! A person on KZbin that has helped me with concepts is ninja nerd. It sorts the concepts out based on lab tests and helping to remember.

[@domilarae]

Good luck on your exam! Thanks for sharing tips ☺️

[@SecularMentat]

I'm taking my exam a long while after I graduated, but then I've been working since I graduated. At least I've had hands on with the stuff we'll be taking the test for. I'm hoping that helps actually passing said exam.

[@domilarae]

Your work experience should help you when you take your exam, especially if you work as a generalist 😄

[@thenewworld4509]

Have you passed the exam ? Can i pass the exam after 7 year😮..I don’t have much work experience also😢

[@shiranui.]

Hello. I’m a Medical Technologist from Manila and I got my scheduled date already for the ASCPi. Thanks for your tips. Hope that i’ll make the cut ❤

[@domilarae]

Good luck on your exam!!

[@domilarae]

What’s your experience like working in Manila?

[@omglykmybffjill]

I took mine about a week after my program, during my final semester which was just clinicals, my program made us pass LabCE with a certain score after each rotation so that’s where most of my prep came from for the exam. Techs at the clinical site told me the exams not that bad, don’t stress about it so I took that literally and didn’t use my free week to cram or review and I regretted that when I was in the exam room! I passed with 535 but I only felt like I really knew the answer to 2 questions. I think I would have benefited from studying from more source materials. The LSU and Polansky cards are great but maybe if I read the BOC prep book I would have been more prepped for the way questions were worded? But I passed, if you did well in school and are making like 60-70% on LabCE (not just cause you memorized the answers) you’ll probably do fine too

[@domilarae]

Thank you for sharing your experience with the exam! Congrats on passing! I agree that the Polansky cards and other quick guides are a great start to reviewing, but it’s nice to have textbooks for detailed reference on certain topics

[@katelucy6182]

Hi Could you write me exactly what did you study not including Polansky cards?

[@adeseunilori9339]

Hi, I am new here. What is the LSU book and how can I get that?

[@omglykmybffjill]

@@katelucy6182 sorry I'm so late I hope you passed if you've already taken the exam! Reviewing class material by taking the LABCE practice exams was pretty much all of my studying and then looking back in my class notes if I got something wrong to review. Purple and gold book's micro section helped me a ton.

[@HiKatieB]

Thanks for this video! I keep going back and forth from terrified of the test to convincing myself it's going to be fine. I won't be taking it until next spring. I bought the review cards because of your suggestion and I think they will be very helpful when I start micro in a couple weeks. 😅 I am planning on brushing up on each area before I start that clinical and then solidifying things as I am in that rotation. Then before the exam, do a little more review and A LOT of practice questions! My program generally has a 100% pass rate on the first attempt and my instructors keep saying we're the best scoring group they have had in years, so I'm hopeful that it will be ok.

[@domilarae]

I know exactly how you feel. It’s good that you’re being proactive with a plan to study each area during your rotations. You will do great!🙏🏾 I hope you have a wonderful clinical experience!!

[@RusshanaLove]

Soo happy i found your channel !!! I’m about to enter my junior yr as a cls major😊

[@domilarae]

How exciting, I hope you are enjoying your studies so far. ☺️ Good luck on your journey to the lab! 👩🏾‍🔬

[@katiemarie9915]

I just passed my exam!! Ngl I broke down crying after it was such a relief. I used the LSU book, Polanski cards and book (my school has a copy but they unfortunately don’t make it anymore), Lab CE, and the BOC book. I did almost every question in the BOC book throughout the course of my program so I thought I’d be ready but truly nothing can prepare you for the way the answer choices are written. I felt like I was making a lot of educated guesses. Would you recommend holding onto your Polanski cards after graduating? I’m considering donating them to my program for other students to use but they’ve been such a great resource for me I’m hesitant to get rid of them.

[@domilarae]

Congratulations!!!! So happy for you! Thanks for sharing the resources that helped you. Maybe consider hanging onto the cards for your first year of working and then donate them once you find yourself not using them anymore. I used those cards and a pocket atlas called “Heme Notes” throughout my job training as a generalist.

[@syedsalman8450]

​@@domilaraecan u share this book Polanski and lsu please in pdf??

[@nompumelelomahlumba3619]

Hi, I'm in SA prepping for my exam where can I get all these books ?

[@danielnoyes3969]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos about your journey to the medical lab! There's not much content on youtube for aspiring MLS/MLT students so I really appreciated your videos as I've started on this journey myself. I'm gearing up to start my core lab clinicals in hematology and chemistry in a month and just wanted to say how appreciative I am for your content. I will definitely look into purchasing the BOC review book and the flash cards so I can actively brush up on these subject areas as I'm working in these departments during clinicals. Can you offer any advice for someone entering their first clinical rotations in the lab?

[@domilarae]

Thank you! I really appreciate your message. I hope you have a great clinical experience. I think it would be helpful o get a small notebook for clinical to jot down notes that you learn along the way.

[@luciem4562]

I've been watching your videos since before I started my MLS journey last fall at OIT/OHSU. I'm on my externship, which I'll finish on 12/14. I was wondering when would be a good time to take the exam because there will be Christmas, and I'll be distracted by the celebrations but if I take it before Christmas I don't have enough time to review everything. My professors were saying don't wait until January, take it in December.

[@domilarae]

I finished around the same time last year and applied for the exam a month before graduating. When I was approved to schedule my exam date, the earliest I could get was the first week of January. So, the sooner you apply and get approved, the sooner you can see what dates are open!

[@classynez]

Getting a heads up on this ...

[@cheeku67]

Thank you for your wise words

[@suheyra5185]

Yesss , more videos 😍😍

[@domilarae]

Would love to! Do you have any video ideas or suggestions?

[@suheyra5185]

@@domilarae things you didn't know abt working in a lab as a med lab scientist

[@suheyra5185]

@@domilarae also Wats the importance/essence of this Ascp mls exams

[@domilarae]

@@suheyra5185 that’s a great idea! I will make a video soon. Thank you for the suggestions!

[@ayomide1743]

Hey, I love how informative your channel is, I just finished my rotation last week. I am about to graduate as a technician. I plan on taking the ASCP in December and than going to a 4 year to get my bachelor in MLS. Would you recommend to go back and change your answers for the ascp exam since it computer adaptive, cause i heard it isn't recommend to do so but I'm still not sure? Your channel is very helpful, thanks!💜 it nice to see BW that look like me that's in STEM 🙂

[@domilarae]

Thank you for the support! Wish you best of luck on your journey to the lab 💕 I think is not recommended because sometimes your first answer is right and after that, you might be second guessing. But, you can take your exam all the way through, then go back at the end and review your answers before submitting the exam.

[@fatemehatashfaraz7659]

Congratulations! I'm a MLT who have graduated 11 years ago from Iran . Now I'm here in USA. My Questions are: should I pass ASCPi or ASCP? Should I have an internship or USA experience before board examination? If yes where should I go ? Thsnks

[@domilarae]

I believe you would be looking into applying for the ASCPi certification for international professionals. There is a document on the ASCPi exam eligibility that is available on the ascp website. It lists the specific details for what is required to apply.

[@fatemehatashfaraz7659]

@@domilarae if you want to tell me best reference of this exam, which books do you recommend?

[@domilarae]

Please check out my videos! I mention the references I used to pass the exam

[@classynez]

I got accepted into the MLT program ..... So proud Fall 2023

[@domilarae]

Congratulations!! So excited for you!

[@gudisetaa3216]

I planing to take it a month from now

[@domilarae]

Good luck on your exam!

[@abdullahrafique4542]

This book that you mention in Discription is also for ASCPi

[@domilarae]

I believe so!

[@M1T0K1D]

I am taking it in 10 days and I am so nervous!! I am struggling with coag factors, a lot of stuff in Blood bank like antibodies, and a lot of the differentiation tests in micro. I only have the BOC book and none of the other stuff and I am struggling to find other resources

[@domilarae]

I have a website that might have some helpful resources! I'm still putting it together, but check it out when you get a chance. laraeslab.wordpress.com/medical-laboratory-science/

[@AsrarMahadi]

very helpful, you encouraged me a lot , can you explain the difference between mlt & mls in exam ? and tips for clinical exam not general exam ?

[@domilarae]

MLS will test over management and education topics and a few advanced topics, while mlt will not have to test over those things

[@Ndeho]

Very helpful❤

[@LoungingWithDe]

Hey! I just graduated from undergrad in May and I’m trying to find programs/schools. Do you mind doing a video on your program and the other ones you applied to?

[@domilarae]

Great video idea, thank you!

[@luciem4562]

If you don't mind moving, I really liked the program in Oregon at OIT/OHSU.

[@omarosama8934]

thank you for this valuable info and can you please recommend a studying resource for the chemistry part as the description box links misses this part and thanks in advance

[@domilarae]

I used the clinical chemistry textbook by Michael Bishop, I liked it but I know some people use the Clinical Chemistry textbook from Tietz and prefer it instead.

[@Aquilagustave]

Great video! I'm currently studying to take the exam however I have a BSC in Biology and not MLS. What advice can you share with someone who has a BSC in a biological science and is trying to study for the ASCP exam.

[@domilarae]

It may be helpful to rent textbooks for self study if you are not familiar with the theory in blood bank, microbiology, hematology, urinalysis, immunology, and serology. Also, labce and the mls review cards are great for studying question format and high yield information

[@Gamelover882]

I would like to ask a question behind this question. I got my bachelor's in biology and my masters in integrated biomedical sciences. I went to apply for lab jobs and have already gained research experience through my curriculum. Would I be able to Simply take this test to become an MLT or MLS? I have glanced over some of the material and it is similar to a lot of the things I have picked up while going in debt and some things that my schools may have missed

[@domilarae]

@Gamelover882 It depends on your state, it doesn’t hurt to apply to jobs and see what they say. I think you’ll still need actual clinical work experience directly related to patient testing if you are not going to do formal education to get certified. The ascp website has all the exam eligibility information.

[@nazokatxonmamasoliyeva7286]

Hello! I am from Uzbekistan. I am a doctor labaratory. I do clinical and biochemical analysis. Now I am learning english and I am going to take ascp certificate. Please help me. First what should I do.

[@bryanncole]

Have you try reach to mr Greg for a help?

[@domilarae]

I do not have any information on this process. There are some other channels that help people find work in other countries. Try searching videos for the ASCPi exam for the international exam

[@fritzbalajadia6605]

I am in the program (MLT). I am so stressed and my grades for my clinical chemistry and Immunology is not looking good. Thinking BOC is makes me more anxious..

[@domilarae]

Your feelings are understandable! Definitely take things one step at a time. Is it certain concepts or topics in chemistry and immunology that you need help with?

[@fritzbalajadia6605]

@@domilarae In chemistry, the dilution problem got me so bad. I understand it now.

[@domilarae]

Check out LabLadyMcGill on KZbin, her videos might be helpful as you go through the program

[@fritzbalajadia6605]

@@domilarae thank you

[@miriamconcepcion4611]

And I'm having a lot of problems understanding and retaining the material.

[@Nk-Arts]

Thank u so much for this.. Am preparing for the exam, please can someone help me with their login for LABCE, i have just the books and notes from class

[@anacarolinapadron8452]

IM USING LABTOUTORS AND LABCE!

[@domilarae]

Good luck on your exam! I found labce very helpful 😄

[@SuperHickson]

I take my exam next week. I am so scared. Everyone I have talked to all say the same thing in regards nit feeling like they knew anything, but oddly passed. I do well on the BOC exam questions, but the Medialab ones I am not. I am just really worried.

[@domilarae]

Good luck on your exam! I think you’ll be okay by finding one solid study resource that works for you. The questions I had were similar to BOC. MediaLab questions were way harder than my exam.

[@SuperHickson]

@@domilarae ❤

[@paradisejoy2543]

Thank you

[@domilarae]

No problem!

[@bharris3]

Great information. Thank you. How much time after you apply for the exam do you have to take the test?

[@domilarae]

I think it’s 3 month to schedule the exam from the date the application is approved

[@bharris3]

@@domilarae thank you.

[@bharris3]

@@domilarae I passed!

[@domilarae]

Congratulations!!!! 🎉 🥳

[@domilarae]

What resources/tips did you find helpful to prepare for your exam?

[@jess4736]

me going into my senior year in a BS in Forensic Biology but is getting intrigued by this field. Is it too late 😅

[@domilarae]

Not at all. I found out about the field on my senior year as a microbiology major. Do a quick search in your area for MLS programs (post-bacc, second bachelor's or entry masters) if you'd like to go back to school to sit for the ASCP exam

[@alexdnieves]

THANK YOU!!!!!!!! I start my training in Jan 2025

[@domilarae]

Good luck!!

[@pliwpreeyangd5334]

I just pass ASCP with only 2 book that I use. BOC will not give u exactly, but it will give u an idea you need to read book name CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE REVIEW (yellow purple cover). That only book you need for review. BOC give you an idea and review those questions

[@domilarae]

Thanks for sharing tips & congratulations on passing the exam and getting certified!! 🥳

[@alixabonce9116]

So i graduated with a Babelors in Bio and started working in a lab right away so i never took specific classes for MLT what books can i use to study the material because i bought the BOC but i feel i need to know more in order to answer some of the questions

[@domilarae]

I listed several helpful textbooks in the description box of this video 😊

[@AmacalliSaucedo]

Hello, thanks for the video. I will take my exam in a few months. I need to know if the exam includes molecular biology questions, it is not in the content guidelines, but it is in all review books and the BOC study guide.

[@domilarae]

It may include them, I can’t remember honestly. But, molecular biology is a recurring theme in mls, so it may just be covered under the other subjects in the outlines

[@070209590]

I studied Medialab and BOC stimulation exam practice, but I failed twice. The ACSP exam questions were completely different.

[@domilarae]

The BOC book was the most similar to my exam questions. Have you spent time remediating the subject material?

[@mahalialawes775]

i need a study partner

[@jacquebenson5993]

@@domilarae what is the BOC book?

[@Ijee12]

@@mahalialawes775do you still need a study partner?

[@playmasterangie]

If i were to choose one should i study BOC study guide or medialab

[@domilarae]

MediaLab has a bigger test bank, and you can take practice exams that mimic the computer adaptive ASCP exam

[@stonecoldsteveaustin742]

Hello if i need to start preparing from tomorrow what tips would you recommend me go through the old topics as i am in my final year and just want to prepare it before graduation.

[@domilarae]

It might be helpful to begin practicing questions. And Get a copy of the exam outline for ASCP and go through the topics and see which ones you don’t understand/emember and go from there.

[@katie30000]

Hello! do you need to do a specific program before you take the test. You talk about "finishing your program" what program is that? Can you just take the test after doing the training? I have a BS and MS and have just started researching this certification. I am under the impression all I need to take the exam is my education and training hours, or do I need a specific CLS/MLS program too? Thank you!

[@domilarae]

If you studied life sciences and have the required full time work experience in a medical laboratory doing patient testing, then you may qualify to sit for the exam. If not, then you can consider a NAACLS accredited MLS program in your area for the formal training and education to be eligible.

[@Jazzandcompanyy]

I graduated 2 years ago and barely remember anything. I hope I can still get certified😢

[@domilarae]

You got it! There’s a lot of resources right on KZbin too

[@kzulueta9380]

I'm going to take mine 5 days from now. Please wish me luck. I'm gonna go back to this comment after I passed. Manifesting a very smooth sailing exam.

[@domilarae]

Good luck! Hopefully these tips are helpful as you prepare for the exam. You will do great!

[@kzulueta9380]

I passedddddd🥳

[@Mueyna.b]

Hi! Thank you for making these videos! They’ve been so helpful! I’m getting ready to take the ASCP mls exam and I’m currently doing my clinical rotations, Do you think the one needs the quick compendium book to study if I already have the Polanski cards, labce, Boc study guide, Jarrue, success and elseviers mls review? Thank you.

[@domilarae]

Great question! My classmate bought and used the compendium, but I don’t think its necessarily needed in addition to all of the other resources. It may be helpful while going through clinical rotations.

[@Mueyna.b]

@@domilarae thank you for replying! I’m finally counting down to my exam day and hopefully it goes well! I’m so anxious and want to get it over with 😅

[@domilarae]

Good luck on your exam day!! I can relate to the anxious feelings, just hang in there ❤️

[@Mueyna.b]

Thank you! I passed :)

[@domilarae]

Congratulations!! 🎉

[@raulheman]

Hi Dominique! I love your content, I am a Pharmacobiologist Chemist in Mexico, it is similar to the MLS, I would like to certify my degree in the USA, could you help me? I need the ASCP BOC in PDF format ... Thank you 😁🎸

[@domilarae]

I don’t have it on pdf. I bought it on amazon

[@camilleramos8659]

Hi, can I ask for your help? I really need a rationale for a question under hemostasis, but I don't have the copy of the book, nor do have money to buy the book. Thank youuuu

[@domilarae]

I may be able to help. Google is also an option, but feel free to ask the question lol

[@camilleramos8659]

A question number 387 under hemostasis, idk how the answer became DRVVT, I wanted to check for the rationale but I can't find a soft copy of the book with the rationale on it.

[@domilarae]

@camilleramos8659 what is the actual question? This site may help you. quizlet.com/215943915/complete-boc-ascp-prep-flash-cards/

[@camilleramos8659]

I already checked the link, but can't find what I need 🥲 A patient has the following result: PT: 12.1 seconds aPTT: 52 seconds Immediate 1:1 mixing study: patient = 50 seconds, pooled normal plasma = 32.7 seconds The next test should be performed is? The answer is DRVVT, but I would like to know why?

[@domilarae]

@camilleramos8659 okay, this may or may not be helpful. The patient has a prolonged aPTT. The mixing study didn’t correct the aPTT, so it could be something systemic that’s inhibiting clotting, not a clotting factor deficiency. The DRVVT screens for lupus like antibodies that could be inhibiting the clotting process in the patient. It might be helpful to learn mixing study interpretations to understand why you wouldn’t perform the other tests.

[@anacarolinapadron8452]

I passed my exam! in each question I thought that I would not make it. I am sooooo happy!

[@domilarae]

Congratulations on passing and getting certified!!!!

[@miriamconcepcion4611]

I feel I can't answer the questions after I read the material

[@domilarae]

I’m not too familiar with the MLA. How can I help? Are there certain concepts you need help with?

[@johnmwangi5658]

Honestly coagulation and blood transfusion is giving me headache any assistance will appreciate,any questions also

[@domilarae]

What questions do you have about it?

[@johnmwangi5658]

ABO subgroups, coagulation is connecting diseases with their deficiency factor

[@domilarae]

Have you checked out BBGuy? www.bbguy.org/education/glossary/

[@stanislaussobechiogbonna7766]

Compliments of the season 🎉 Pls I highly need your help for the preparation of the mlt ASCPi exam. How do I get started? How can I mlt compendium? What are things required of me? Pls I need your guys 🙏

[@domilarae]

All the info you need is on the ASCP website. There’s also links in the description box. The compendium is a book that can be purchased online through ASCP.

[@tobajacob3616]

Pls can u help me with some E-materials to use

[@domilarae]

I’m familiar with materials on Amazon for purchase.

[@anacarolinapadron8452]

DOU YOU HAVE INFORMATION ABOUT ASCP, CMP? GRACIAS

[@domilarae]

Are you referring to staying credentialed?

[@anacarolinapadron8452]

@@domilarae yes!

[@domilarae]

Okay, that's moreso just doing continuing education credits. Most jobs either provide this opportunity or you can find many websites like LabCe, CDC, American Red Cross, etc - that provide online modules to laborstory professionals. I believe its 30 or so credits every three years to maintain certification

[@gracesamuel7813]

As a final yr student of medical laboratory science in Nigeria what do I need to know

[@domilarae]

Make sure to take time to review topics you didn't understand in school, every concept in MLS has a chance to appear in a question on your exam.

[@bruchagar]

please can you share the link we can download practice passed exam questions or please does anyone knows any link for that.....

[@domilarae]

ASCP doesn’t release past exam questions as far as I know. You can find some practice sets in books or on quizlet

[@sarathlinhares]

Hi what video you talked about that is helpful ? thank you

[@domilarae]

I linked the channels in the description box

[@muhammadmuzamildgk8920]

How can I take a mock exam ? My ascp exam is on 9th of March please guide me

[@domilarae]

Maybe try quizlet? If you dont have access to the books/resources mentioned in the video.

[@erica20gonzalez]

Does anyone know if this exam can be taken in Spanish. My friend lives in Texas but she is from Venezuela?

[@domilarae]

That’s a great question! It might be best to contact the ASCP BOC via phone call or email.

[@stephaniedeluna9727]

I have most of these resources to use to study but I feel overwhelmed. I took the test once 5 months after school but was unsure what to study. I didn't pass so I've been afraid to take again and when I study I feel I'm not remembering anything, I'm probably freaking myself out. I am working has a generalist, made my one year.... So I really want to pass... I'm not sure if I'm asking question here but I'll take any advice you feel to give me.. thank you

[@domilarae]

Did you get feedback on how you did in each subject? Maybe start practicing exam questions in just your weaker subject(s) and pinpoint what concepts you need to study that way instead of trying to review everything at once. It may make things less overwhelming

[@stephaniedeluna9727]

Ok... thank you... im gonna try again to take the exam in a few months.... Of course i feel i waited to long and i didn't know where to start but i found your video again and the response / advise you gave me. Thank you, I will start there......​@domilarae

[@IsraNaveed-n8p]

Hi! Mam Im studying BOC but i realized many of the answers are wrong what should i do now

[@domilarae]

@@IsraNaveed-n8p read the sections of textbooks related to the topics you are getting wrong

[@khalid55amr]

Hello What is the difference between ascpi and ascp?

[@domilarae]

ASCPi is for international candidates

[@khalid55amr]

​​@@domilaraeThanks for the quick response Can I work in the USA with ASCPi 😊?

[@domilarae]

Yes, It will allow you to work in all states. Some states require a license in addition to certification. So, you would have to find out the information required to work based on the state.

[@maadsama5426]

Most people say to not focus on questions from the BOC. Can i know what book should i take to study the most similar question to the ASCP?

[@domilarae]

Yes, everything is listed in the video and description box.

[@SangeethaJoseph-f1n]

Helo how i apply and do i need any course or i can study by myself with my old books

[@domilarae]

Hey! I included the helpful links in the description. You would apply on the ASCP website. You can also study by yourself, the books are just recommended.

[@kkabeer100]

I'm also plan to ascp

[@domilarae]

Good luck as you study for your exam!

[@miriamconcepcion4611]

Can I ask for help. I am taking the medical laboratory assistant test and I cannot remember anything when I read. Can I get some tips. I haven't been in school for like 28 yrs

[@domilarae]

Are there certain basic concepts that you need help with?

[@atheeralwagdani3957]

i took the exam 2 times and i fail and i feel down and afraid to take it again

[@domilarae]

What are your weak areas? It will take remediation in all of the concepts you are scoring low, so that you can pass the exam.

[@BigAHNEE]

Hi did you have any immunology or urinalysis questions being that I see they are only 5-10% of the overall test? I been hearing that some people didn’t receive questions from those subjects at all. I also was told as long as I study the core subjects hematology, micro, Chem and blood bank then I can pass. What do you think?

[@domilarae]

Yes, I had questions in all of the subjects. Even a few education and management type questions. The test is so randomized that it’s hard to prepare. I would say as long as you go back and study any concepts you didn’t grasp well in school then you will be fine.

[@BigAHNEE]

I PADSSSSEEDDDDDDDDD❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ THANK YOU FOR THE ADVICE

[@domilarae]

Congrats girl!!! So happy for you!

[@coffeepandacat]

I love all of your videos they are helpful, informative, and inspiring🧡🧡🧡 finishing my last couple of prereqs, the closer I get the more apprehensive I get with the whole application process. Crossing my fingers that I just get into my local program so I don't have to relocate🫤

[@domilarae]

Thank you! 💕 I definitely understand the feeling as the application approaches, just remember that all your hard work will be worth it!

[@shakilaghasemi3768]

Thanks for this useful video🤩 Could you please tell me that what can a medical laboratory scientist study for master degree in US? For example in my country after you get bachelor of MLS , you can study clinical biochemistry , hematology , virology & etc… For master degree , is US the same or it has some differences?

[@domilarae]

It depends on what you want to do with the masters. There’s many choices for a masters like business admin, health admin, public health or advanced mls degrees. You can study the different areas at the graduate level (chem, micro, heme, etc) like in your country, if you want to teach or manage specific depts.

[@ranawilayatranawilayat466]

I get a degree of biotechnology. mame which route is best for me And which book required for test

[@domilarae]

What classes did you take ? Work experience? If no classes in medical lab science and no work experience with clinical specimens, then school would be the best route.

[@maryshenouda6241]

I want to take MLT in chemistry can you tell which the better resource for studying!!

[@domilarae]

Either of the resources will work. The books are sectioned off by area, so you can just study the chemistry section if that makes sense. Or even get the chemistry textbook, but its alot of information and moreso helpful as a reference text instead of reading the entire book.

[@Abubakar-zf2tr]

Hello I am from The Gambia, West Africa and I'm planning to move to the US for my graduate studies in biomedical science.I wanted to know the procedure to follow to find a job as a medical laboratory scientist in the US...I mean how easy is it to find a job in the science field as an immigrant..Thanks

[@domilarae]

That procedure is outlined on the ASCP website. It will give information on qualifications for the international examination.

[@perlerare7742]

Hi Dominique...thank you so much for this informative vidéos. I have a question about the lab medical technician that I want to do . Actually I'm graduated recently , I got Mt associate degree in science majoring in chemistry here in USA and what can I do exactly to get this job , I online schools ? Or certification . In my native country I have a bachelor degree in Agronomy. Thank you in advance and good luck .

[@domilarae]

It would be best to search job postings and see what is required to apply to jobs. Most hospitals may require national certification from ASCP or AMT as well as a degree in medical lab technology/science or related science.

[@Saeedlabtechnologist5225]

Hello mam do you have Rapid access guide in a soft form for DHA MLT exam. Plz reply

[@domilarae]

No, I didnt take DHA exam

[@terrywinters936]

Hello I am new to the channel and I plan to take the exam in March 2025. I am taking separate exams (chemistry and then hematology). Can I still use these same materials (polansky cards, BOC text, Labce, etc)? Or should the materials be different since i am not taking the entire MLS or MLT exam but just chem and hematology? Thank you.

[@domilarae]

You should be fine. Each materials you listed cover all medical lab science topics, just focus on the exam you’ll be taking ☺️ good luck! Maybe a textbook for hematology and chemistry so you have a reference book for the review materials

[@terrywinters936]

Thank you for this information! It was very helpful.​@@domilarae

[@BigAHNEE]

How many calculation questions are on it?

[@domilarae]

It’s randomized, so there isn’t an exact amount that will be calculation based. The questions are determined by the subject percentages.

[@jazminecatledge6855]

Do you know anyone that used Varsity Tutors and was successful in passing the test ?

[@neilanietrujillo9843]

Hi ďominique... I'm a first year student at themedical laboratory technology program. and I'm still unsure if to stay in this program or change to nursing. Is medlab more like biochem courses?

[@domilarae]

Both programs prepare you to enter the workforce. I suggest taking some time to explore the nursing field and the med-lab field to see which job you will like better. Med lab is a lot of science courses centered around biochem and physiology

[@vidyaviswam2005]

Is Boc study guide 6th and 7th edition the same

[@domilarae]

Yes, the 7th should be similar but with improvements from the 6th edition.

[@southernlady6244]

​@@domilarae I have the 5th edition. Do you think that one will help too?

[@domilarae]

@@southernlady6244 yes they are similar

[@zryisiaihina4736]

I majored in biochemistry in college and I want to be an mls but I didn’t have to take any classes such as hemotology and blood banking for my major so I was wondering if review books will be sufficient enough or would enrolling in a program be more worth my time.

[@domilarae]

If you know you want to stay in the field, then consider enrolling in a program. If not, then review books or renting the textbooks in heme/coag, blood bank, micro, serology, etc may help you learn the theory for the exam

[@zryisiaihina4736]

@@domilarae Thank you so much for replying it means a lot!! Also I have a bad habit of not being able to focus when I’m self studying is there anything to help with that such as study courses or something like that?

[@cesarespinel4107]

Hi dominique. Only one month left till exam day, and im trying my best to remain calm and stay positive about the exam. I wanted to know if this happened to you, up until recently i was doing labce exams the 100 questions adaptive, and i always score above 50%. I started with a 4.7 difficulty and worked my way up to >5.5, with 52-60 correct answers. Once i scored like 50 something questions right with a difficulty average of 6.54 and i noticed that the questions started repeating more often, which i thought was helping me boost my score the wrong way, did you also get repeated questions from time to time? Literally the same exact question show up (like 5~10). I stopped doing those for a week and focused on doing the questions in the harr book. That book has helped me a lot, because it has helped me identify the knowledge gaps i have, i always manage to get over half the questions (the ones in the harr book) right (like 55%-60%) today i did another labce mock test and scored 54% with an average difficulty of 5.5 but almost no questions repeated and i feel ok about it. Did you also get repeated questions in the labce everytime you took those tests? Do you have any words of encouragement for me? Thank you in advance and sorry for the long comment, love your vids

[@domilarae]

I had repeated questions, don’t worry about it too much. If you are finding the harr book more helpful, then maybe focus on that for a few days and come back to labce later.

[@noodles8485]

can you take this exam without a BS in MLS ? I have a degree in human bio and chemistry and i am considering becoming a lab technician

[@domilarae]

Yes, if you can find a job that will hire you. It takes a few years of work experience to qualify for the exam through alternative routes other than education

[@jorgesierra8315]

I am currently an electrical engineer however I do have an BS in microbiology and was planning on getting certified to work as an MLS, however most of the topics you mentioned I didn't cover in my micro degree, so do you recommend me anyone or any KZbin videos to go over hematology, blood banking, etc

[@domilarae]

If you don’t plan on going through a mls program, It might be a good idea to at least get some textbooks in the other lab science subjects (blood bank, clinical chemistry, coagulation, molecular diagnostics, hematology, urinalysis, immunology/serology, lab operations) before taking the exam

[@joshuaiyke9008]

Thanks Larae I want to ask if I am well prepared to sit for the exam with my practice score at 4.3-4.5 difficulty level in LabCe questions Average of 48-50 over 100 questions in adaptive tests

[@domilarae]

Maybe spend some time doing the subject specific practice exams. It will help you narrow down which areas you can spend more time studying

[@sistefera6987]

I could not pass the the seminar exam , so is there any way to rexam Please help me if there is any way

[@domilarae]

What is a seminar exam?

[@stacybacchus9815]

ASCP BOC Study Guide (MLS/MLT) is not available on AMAZON. Anyone knows where i can get it?

[@domilarae]

The 5th edition BOC study guide is still available on Amazon. It’s very similar to the questions in the 6th edition

[@sunilnawaz]

How to find if I'm eligible for this certification

[@domilarae]

The ASCP website has information on eligibility

[@nehagajera2998]

Hello I prepare for ascp boc exam in microbiology can u give me some book and idea

[@domilarae]

I listed all the books and resources in the description box of this video