Doctor of Clinical Laboratory Science

The Doctor of Clinical Laboratory Science (DCLS) is a professional degree in clinical laboratory science in the United States for medical laboratory scientists.[1][2] The DCLS is board eligible and qualifies as a CLIA high complexity laboratory director (HCLD). Doctors of Clinical Laboratory Science may conduct research or serve on healthcare teams. DCLS work closely with physicians, catching pre- analytical, analytical, and post-analytical test and interpretation errors in order to ensure optimal patient care outcomes. Doctors of Clinical Laboratory Science complete a residency at the end of their training.

There are four programs:[2]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Scott, Kimberly (Jan 1, 2022). "New Paths to Leadership for the Clinical Laboratorian". ADLM. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  2. 1 2 "DCLS – Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Sciences A Force Multiplier for Laboratory Medicine". 21st Century Pathology. 3 (3). 10 November 2023. Retrieved 28 April 2024.


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