Yes, you can pursue a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) after completing 10th grade. DMLT is a two-year course that equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to work as laboratory technicians in various medical settings, such as hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centers, and research laboratories. DMLT generally requires one to have attained a minimum grade of 50% in class 10 board with emphasis in sciences like Biology, Physics, and Chemistry.
It is basically a diploma program where students gain hands-on laboratory skills in terms of diagnostics as well as how to handle all types of medical machinery. After completing DMLT, one can continue as a laboratory technician, testing and experimenting in order to support the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Many also opt for a degree in medical laboratory technology, BMLT, or related fields. In the wake of the growing needs for healthcare professionals, the prospects for DMLT graduates look bright. It offers prospects for growth in the medical and healthcare sector with career paths within hospitals, research institutions, and diagnostic laboratories.