Medical Laboratory Quality Control

Thuwaibba Ahmed

**************@*****.*** Grand Blanc, MI 810-***-****

EDUCATION

University of Khartoum Khartoum, Sudan

Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences Fall 2017 Relevant Coursework: Immunology, Molecular Pathology, General Pathology, Parasitology, Epidemiology Al-Neelain University Khartoum, Sudan

Bachelor of Science with Honours in Medical Microbiology Fall 2013 Certifications & Licenses: MLS Certification – ASCP (In Progress, expected completion: March 2026) CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Omar Bin AlKhattab Health Centre Khartoum, Sudan

Medical Laboratory Technologist Rotation Oct 2017 - Mar 2019 750 hours of intensive clinical experience spanning five core laboratory disciplines

Gained hands-on experience performing tests for haematology, urinalysis, immunology, and bacteriology departments.

Executed comprehensive biochemical analysis utilizing automated chemistry platforms.

Collected specimens from 1000+ patients per week and prepared samples for testing.

Maintained quality control documentation and equipment calibration logs.

Processed samples through haematology analyzer and performed routine coagulation testing.

Executed blood group determination and antibody screening for prenatal and emergency specimens, completed compatibility testing through manual tube method and automated platforms (Biorad/Grifold), and coordinated distribution of blood components including red cell concentrates, platelet units, and plasma products.

Conducted microbiological analysis of urine, stool, and respiratory specimens utilizing standard culture techniques and direct microscopic examination. Observed bacterial identification through colony morphology assessment and biochemical testing protocols.

Maintained laboratory supply inventory through stock monitoring and order management. University of Khartoum Khartoum, Sudan

Graduate Researcher with Dr. Hassan H. Musa Feb 2016 - Sept 2017 Title: Seroprevalence of Herpes Simplex Virus-2 Infection among HIV Positive Patients

Conducted a cross-sectional study analyzing HSV-2 co-infection among 91 HIV patients in Sudan

Utilized advanced ELISA techniques for dual pathogen detection and quantification.

Managed specimen collection, serum separation, and cryopreservation protocols at -20 Celsius.

Analyzed data using SPSS software to identify key demographic and clinical patterns.

Collaborated with clinical teams at Omdurman Military Hospital and National Health Institute.

Presented findings along with the research team, which demonstrate higher HSV-2 prevalence in females and younger age groups.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Sudanese Women Medical Laboratory Scientists 2013 - Present Secretary of the Executive Board

Prepared executive board meetings to advance gender-based conversations within the field. University of Khartoum Medical Laboratory Sciences Society 2016 - Present Member of the Executive Board

Guiding undergraduate students to understand laboratory sciences through molecular biology experiments and using case-based learning.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS / INTERESTS

Fluent in Arabic Clinical Research Statistical Analysis Troubleshooting

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