Medical Laboratories Program

The Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences program at the University of Science and Technology  (UST), launched in 1998 as the first private program specialized in this field in Yemen, is a fundamental pillar in preparing technically qualified personnel scientifically and practically. This is achieved through a stimulating educational environment delivered by a dedicated and distinguished academic staff, laboratories equipped with the latest training tools, and field training agreements with model hospitals. Since its inception, the program has contributed to supplying the local and regional healthcare sector with highly competent medical laboratory specialists capable of performing precise analyses and diagnosing diseases, thereby enhancing the quality of health services and improving preventive and curative care within Yemen and beyond.
  • Program Establishment: Established in 1998 as the first program of its kind among private universities in Yemen.
  • Graduating Competencies: Dozens of cohorts of qualified medical laboratory specialists have graduated from the program.
  • High Competitiveness: Graduates of the program enjoy a distinct competitive ability in the local and regional job market.
  • Diverse Career Fields: Graduates play vital roles in health, educational, research sectors, and specialized laboratories both at home and abroad.
  • Community Service: The program contributes to multiple community service activities, including free medical tests and health awareness.
  • Research Enrichment: The dedicated academic staff of the department participate in publishing peer-reviewed scientific research addressing the most prominent health issues in Yemeni society.
The Medical Laboratory Sciences program seeks to graduate highly skilled medical laboratory specialists who are capable of contributing effectively to community service and scientific research at the local, regional, and international levels. This is achieved through a distinguished educational environment, qualified academic staff, high‑quality curricula, and modern educational technologies, with a strong commitment to quality standards and academic accreditation requirements.
  1. Qualify students with the scientific, research, and professional skills required in the field of Medical Laboratory Sciences.
  2. Provide students with high‑quality clinical training in well‑equipped laboratories.
  3. Develop critical thinking skills to enable data interpretation and support diagnosis and follow‑up.
  4. Prepare students for effective teamwork in delivering reliable laboratory services.
  5. Engage students in community service activities and scientific research to address public health needs.
  6. Promote commitment to professional ethics, lifelong learning, and continuous professional development.

 

A. Knowledge and Understanding:

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor’s program in Medical Laboratory Sciences, graduates will be able to:

A1: Identify the fundamental principles, theories, and concepts of basic and applied medical laboratory sciences.

A2: Describe the characteristics and causes of diseases, clinical specimens, and laboratory diagnostic methods for bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites responsible for human infections.

A3: Recognize changes in the levels of biomarkers associated with various diseases and their significance in laboratory diagnosis.

A4: Identify the theories and principles of quality control, quality assurance, and the ethical aspects governing practice in the field of medical laboratories.


 

B. Cognitive / Intellectual Skills:
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor’s program in Medical Laboratory Sciences, graduates will be able to:

B1: Integrate evidence‑based knowledge from various medical laboratory disciplines into professional practice to ensure the accuracy of laboratory tests, results, and diagnostic reports.

B2: Apply critical thinking and problem‑solving skills in laboratory procedures.

B3: Demonstrate proficiency in analyzing clinical laboratory data and diagnostic test results to make professional decisions during the laboratory diagnostic process.


 

C. Practical and Professional Skills:
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor’s program in Medical Laboratory Sciences, graduates will be able to:

C1: Perform pre‑analytical, analytical, and post‑analytical procedures for various biological samples in accordance with quality management systems and biosafety regulations.

C2: Apply technical skills in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment and instruments.

C3: Evaluate and interpret laboratory test results, and demonstrate professionalism in report preparation, data analysis, and the conduct of scientific research.


 

D. General and Transferable Skills:
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor’s program in Medical Laboratory Sciences, graduates will be able to:

D1: Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating leadership competence and collaboration with colleagues and healthcare professionals to achieve shared objectives in medical laboratory practice.

D2: Maintain integrity and ethical conduct in dealing with patients, healthcare teams, laboratory data, and patient confidentiality.

D3: Communicate scientific information clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, and engage in lifelong learning.

Graduates will be able to:

  • Perform advanced laboratory tests and procedures with a high level of proficiency.
  • Accurately analyze and interpret complex clinical data.
  • Apply quality assurance practices to ensure accurate and reliable laboratory results.
  • Utilize critical thinking skills to solve problems within the laboratory environment.
  • Communicate effectively and discuss laboratory findings with healthcare professionals.
  • Uphold ethical standards and maintain confidentiality in laboratory practice.
  • Work and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.
  • Lead innovation and contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory techniques.
  • Adapt to technological and methodological advancements in medical laboratory sciences.
  • Commit to lifelong learning and continuous professional development in the field of medical laboratory sciences.
  • Participate in collaborative research to advance healthcare practices.
  • Demonstrate social responsibility and engage in community participation in health‑related initiatives.
  • Successful completion of 138 credit hours.
  • Passing all mandatory and elective theoretical and practical courses.
  • Completing and passing field training in accredited hospitals and health centers.
  • Clinical Chemistry
  • Hematology
  • Microbiology
  • Immunology
  • Medical Parasitology
  • Blood Banking and Transfusion
  • Histology and Cytology
  • Hormones and Biomarkers
  • Molecular Biology
  • Medical Laboratory Specialist

  • Clinical Laboratory Scientist

  • Quality Control Analyst

  • Research Position / Work as a Researcher

  • Laboratory Manager

  • Blood Bank Specialist

  • Infection Control Specialist

  • Sales and Marketing Representative (for Laboratory Equipment)

Scientific research

  • Antimicrobial resistance
  • Common bacterial diseases
  • Maternal and pregnancy health from a microbiological perspective
  • Blood-borne viral diseases (Hepatitis B and C)
  • Immunity and vaccines
  • Autoimmune diseases
  • Clinical biochemistry
  • Hematology
  • Specialized main laboratories (Hematology, Microbiology, Biology, Pathology, Clinical Biochemistry)
  • Supporting laboratories (Computer, Physiology, Anatomy)
  • Equipped lecture halls with projectors, computers, and whiteboards, with adequate ventilation and lighting
  • Updated physical and electronic library
  • Various training centers
  • Safe educational environment
  • Green spaces and parking
  • Sports facilities
Medical Laboratory Research Projects | Level 4 – Bachelor Program
Medical Laboratories Program – Research Publications

Medical Laboratories Program

Research Publications by Year
Academic programs: Medical Laboratories Program
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Total publications: 15
Distribution by year:  2026: 4, 2025: 20, 2024: 15, 2023: 7, 2022: 9, 2021: 14, 2020: 5, 2019: 12, 2018: 7, 2017: 5, 2016: 5, 2015: 1, 2014: 4, 2013: 2, 2012: 6, 2011: 5, 2010: 1, 2009: 4, 2008: 2, 2005: 2, 2004: 1, 2002: 1
Note: Publications are sorted descending by year. Duplicates within the department were removed using DOI or normalized title.

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No. Research title and DOI link Authors Journal / Conference / Publisher Scopus/WoS classification Year Scientific field
1 Domain-specific depression patterns among hemodialysis patients in Yemen: implications for mental-health screening in resource-limited settings

 

DOI https://doi.org/10.1080/0886022X.2026.2663421

Nuha Al-Aghbari, Asmaa Al-Awadi, Reham Awfan, Sarah Al-Sharafi, Aya Mareai, Safia Al-Qashaee & Bushra Al-Ghaffari Renal Failure, Volume 48, Issue 1. / Taylor & Francis Scopus Indexed / Web of Science (WoS) / Open Access 2026 Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, Clinical Psychology, Nephrology & Hemodialysis, and Public Health
2 Patterns and Predictors of Systemic Autoimmune Diseases in Sana’a City: A Retrospective Study

 

DOI https://doi.org/10.21608/ZUMJ.2025.380283.3932

TY Alqahtani, MS Al-Hakimi, AS Hudna‏ Zagazig University Medical Journal Peer-Reviewed / Internationally-Indexed Journal (Crossref DOI) 2025 Rheumatology, Clinical Immunology, Internal Medicine, and Epidemiology
3 The Prevalence and Associated Factors of Hepatitis B and C Virus in Hemodialysis Patients in Ibb Governorate, Yemen

 

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.70112

RH Ahmed, N Al-Nagar, I Al-Subol, R Al-Wahbi, M Al-Sabahi, M Al-Sabahi, …‏ Cureus (Part of Springer Nature), Vol. 16, Issue 10. Scopus Indexed / Web of Science (WoS) / PubMed Central 2024 Virology, Nephrology & Hemodialysis, Gastroenterology, and Public Health
4 Latent tuberculosis infection and diagnostic performance of the tuberculin skin test among type 2 diabetics in Sana’a city, Yemen

 

DOI https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879

R Abdul-Ghani, A Al-Awadi, N Al-Aghbari, AA Al-Mikhlafy, …‏ BMC Infectious Diseases, Vol. 24, Article No. 1065. / Springer Nature Scopus Q1 / Web of Science (WoS) 2024 Infectious Diseases, Diabetology & Endocrinology, Clinical Immunology, and Public Health
5 Knowledge, attitudes and practices towards toxoplasmosis among pregnant women receiving antenatal care in Sana’a city, Yemen

 

DOI: 10.59628/jchm.v18i3.1034

R Abdul-Ghani, A Al-Awadi, AS Oqbah, FA Hujaira, MA Alkokbany, …‏ (Sana’a University Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences), Vol. 18, Issue 3. Peer-Reviewed / Internationally-Indexed Journal (Crossref DOI) 2024 Medical Parasitology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Public Health, and Behavioral Epidemiology
6 EVALUATION OF C-REACTIVE PROTEIN LEVELS AS BIOMARKERS FOR IMMUNE RESPONSE AMONG SEPTIC PATIENTS IN YEMEN

 

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.12800256

Talal Yahya Alqahtani, Abdulsalam Halboup, Ahmed S Hudna, Ibrahim Al-Subol Community practitioner: the journal of the Community Practitioners’ & Health Visitors’ Association, 21(07):7. Internationally-Indexed Journal (Crossref DOI / Zenodo) 2024 Clinical Immunology, Internal Medicine, Intensive Care (ICU), and Clinical Biochemistry
7 COVID-19 vaccine acceptability among healthcare workers in Yemen

 

DOI https://doi.org/10.26719/emhj.23.109

AA Al Mikhlafy, M Al Karawani, RA Ghani, I Alsubol, AAH Al-Awadi, …‏ Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal (EMHJ), Vol. 29, Issue 11, pp. 877–884. / World Health Organization (WHO) Scopus Indexed / Web of Science (WoS) / PubMed Central 2023 Public Health, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, and Behavioral Medicine
8 Prevalence of hepatitis C virus among patients with arthralgia: is it logic for screening?

 

DOI https://doi.org/10.1186/s12985-023-02124-w

Arwa Mohammed Othman, Asma’a Ahmed Al-hnhna, Belques Sharaf Al-Huraibi, Rowa Mohammed Assayaghi, Talal Yahya Al-Qahtani, Kamal Hamoud Jahzar, Marwan Mohammed Al-Huthaifi Virology Journal, Vol. 20, Article No. 162. / Springer Nature Scopus Indexed / Web of Science (WoS) / PubMed Central 2023 Virology, Rheumatology, Clinical Immunology, and Gastroenterology
9 Research Article An Initial Survey on the Prevalence of Group B Streptococcus (GBS) among Yemeni Pregnant Women in Sana’a City

 

DOI https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/6279343

I Al-Subol, M Abdul-Aziz, AA Almikhlafy, T Alqahtani‏ Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Volume 2022, Article ID 9247914. / Hindawi Scopus Indexed / Web of Science (WoS) / PubMed Central 2022 Medical Microbiology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Neonatology, and Public Health
10 An Initial Survey on the Prevalence of Group B Streptococcus (GBS) among Yemeni Pregnant Women in Sana’a City

 

DOI https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/6279343

I Al-Subol, M Abdul-Aziz, AA Almikhlafy, T Alqahtani‏ Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology / Hindawi & Wiley Scopus Indexed / Web of Science (WoS) / PubMed 2022 Medical Microbiology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Neonatology
11 Neonatal sepsis in Sana’a city, Yemen: a predominance of Burkholderia cepacia

 

DOI https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-021-06808-y

A Salah, I Al-Subol, A Hudna, A Alhaj, AR Alqubaty, W Farie, D Sulieman, …‏ Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology / Hindawi & Wiley Scopus Indexed / Web of Science (WoS) / PubMed 2022 Medical Microbiology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Neonatology
12 Toxoplasma gondii Infection Among Institutionalized Children with Down syndrome in Sana’a city, Yemen: Implications of Low IgG Seroprevalence

 

DOI https://doi.org/10.1007/s11686-021-00473-6

Asmaa AH Al-Awadi, Rashad Abdul‑Ghani, Abdulsalam M Al-Mekhlafi Acta Parasitologica, 67(1): 530–534. / Springer Nature Scopus Indexed (Q2) / Web of Science (WoS) / PubMed 2021 Medical Parasitology, Clinical Immunology, Pediatrics & Special Needs, and Public Health
13 An initial survey on the prevalence of group B Streptococcus (GBS) among Yemeni pregnant women.

 

DOI https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-125786/v2

Ibrahim Hasan AL-Subol, Maha Abdul-Aziz, Abdullah A Almikhlafy, Talal Y Alqahtani Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology (Hindawi / Wiley) Scopus Indexed / Web of Science (WoS) / PubMed Central 2021 Medical Microbiology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Neonatal Infections
14 Prevalence and risk factors associated with obesity among students of a private

 

DOI:10.22631/IJBMPH.2020.206110.1137

Ali Alhaj , Abdulhabib Alqubaty International Journal of BioMedicine and Public Health (IJBMPH), 3(2): 30–34. Peer-Reviewed International Journal (Open Access) 2020 Public Health, Clinical Biochemistry, and Behavioral Epidemiology
15 Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency among Newborns in Sana’a City, Yemen

 

DOI:10.21608/zumj.2020.32403.1876

Mogahid Nassar , Ahmed S. Hudna , Ali Alhaj, Abdulhabib R. Alqubaty, Talal Alqahtani Zagazig University Medical Journal (ZUMJ) Internationally-Indexed Peer-Reviewed Journal (Crossref DOI) 2020 Pediatrics, Neonatology, Medical Genetics, and Clinical Biochemistry

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