Quality Assurance Molecular Biology

ASMAA DESOUKY, PhD

Clinical Pathologist Laboratory Doctor

Lecturer of Clinical Pathology.

QCHP License

Doha, Qatar +974******** *************@*******.*** Professional Summary

I am a highly skilled clinical pathologist with over 15 years of extensive experience in diagnostic laboratory medicine (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology and blood banking), specializing in immunodiagnostics, serology, molecular biology and genetics. I am proficient in utilizing advanced laboratory techniques like polymerase chain reaction (PCR), Luminex technology… etc. to ensure accurate diagnostic results.

I hold a strong academic background, having earned a PhD in HLA-specific IgG subclass analysis and its impact on renal transplantation outcomes. Additionally, I was part of the core laboratory team at a major university hospital, playing a key role in achieving CAP, EGAC, and GAHAR accreditations for the laboratories. I have extensive hands-on experience in maintaining and implementing quality assurance protocols. Furthermore, I possess in-depth knowledge of accreditation requirements, ensuring full compliance with international laboratory quality and safety standards.

In addition, I am skilled in delivering comprehensive educational content to undergraduate medical students

(5th and 6th-year medical students in medical college), ensuring clarity, engagement, and academic success with a strong focus on clinical and laboratory-based instruction. Also, in supervising and teaching postgraduate students, particularly in laboratory-based subjects, with emphasis on research methodology, diagnostic techniques, and practical lab skills.

Education & Certifications

PhD in Clinical Pathology

Assiut University, Egypt

• Thesis: Analysis of Donor HLA-Specific IgG Subclass as a Predictor of Renal Transplantation Outcome

• Specialization: HLA typing, HLA crossmatching, and antibody screening (PRA detection) using Luminex technology.

Master of Science in Clinical Pathology

Assiut University, Egypt

• Thesis: Hemostatic Disturbance in Diabetes Mellitus

• Focus: Advanced diagnostic techniques in hematology, coagulation, and immunology. M.B.B.Ch. in Medicine and Surgery

Assiut University, Egypt

Experience

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09/2023 – 12/08/2025

Clinical Pathology / Laboratory Doctor

Gulf Laboratories, Doha, Qatar (Al Arabi Laboratories)

• Conduct advanced diagnostic testing in hematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, immunology, and molecular diagnostics.

• Oversee quality assurance programs and ensure compliance with CAP-accredited standards, national regulations, and internal SOPs.

• Interpret complex laboratory results and provide clinically relevant insights to physicians for accurate patient diagnosis and management.

• Supervise and mentor laboratory technologists and junior staff, providing training on new techniques, equipment, and safety protocols.

• Lead laboratory audits, proficiency testing, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain high diagnostic accuracy.

• Ensure strict adherence to biosafety, infection control, and waste management policies.

• Manage inventory, procurement, and cost control of laboratory reagents and consumables. 11/2022 – 04/2023

Lecturer of Clinical Pathology

Assiut University Hospitals (teaching hospital), Egypt

• Gained extensive experience in a major teaching university hospital, which receives over 180,000 emergency patients annually through its accident and emergency departments, providing high-volume diagnostic testing, urgent laboratory support, and multidisciplinary clinical collaboration

• Delivered lectures and practical training in clinical pathology, with a focus on immunology, immunohematology, and molecular diagnostics (especially in HLA typing for organ transplantation).

• Supervised and mentored medical students and residents in laboratory techniques and diagnostic interpretation.

• Conducted research in laboratory medicine, contributing to the university’s academic and diagnostic advancements.

09/2014 – 11/2022

Assistant Lecturer of Clinical Pathology

Assiut University Hospitals (teaching hospital), Egypt

• Provided urgent laboratory services for accident and emergency cases, ensuring timely results to guide critical clinical decisions.

• Assisted in the development of curriculum and laboratory training programs for both undergraduates and postgraduate medical students.

• Performed routine and specialized diagnostic testing in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood banking to support patient care in high-volume hospital settings. 03/2011 – 09/2014

Resident of Clinical Pathology

Clinical Pathology Department, Assiut University Hospital, Egypt

• Gained comprehensive experience in performing and interpreting diagnostic tests, in hematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, immunology and blood banking. 03/2010 – 02/2011

Clinical Internship

Assiut University Hospitals, Egypt

• Rotated through various clinical departments, gaining hands-on experience in patient care and laboratory diagnostics.

Key Achievements

• CAP, EGAC, and GAHAR Accreditation: Contributed to the successful CAP accreditation of the all- laboratory sections at Assiut University Hospital, ensuring adherence to international quality standards.

• Research Publications: Published research on HLA-specific IgG subclasses and their role in renal transplantation outcomes in The Egyptian Journal of Immunology.

• COVID-19 Response: Worked as part of the Isolation Hospital team during the COVID-19 pandemic, performing molecular detection of coronavirus 19, critical diagnostic testing and serological analysis.

Research & Publications

• "Assessment of Donor Specific IgG anti-HLA Subclasses Before and After Kidney Transplantation in Upper Egypt – A Single Center Study"

The Egyptian Journal of Immunology, 2023 Link

• "Hemostatic Disturbance in Diabetes Mellitus"

Assiut University Library, Egypt

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Courses & Training

• 2014 : ISO 15189:2012 Implementation in Medical Laboratories

• 2015 : Internal Quality Control in Laboratory, Measurement Uncertainty

• 2016 : Flow Cytometry Workshop, Bone Marrow Transplantation Workshop

• 2017 : HLA Workshop using NGS "ION S5"

• 2022 : Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

• 2024 : immediate life support (ILS) certification

• 2024 – 2025 : E-learning Courses (+30 Courses)

Technical Skills

• Immunology: HLA typing, antibody detection, crossmatching, Luminex technology, serological testing.

• Molecular Diagnostics: PCR, real-time PCR, molecular typing.

• Hematology: Complete blood count, bone marrow aspiration, coagulation studies.

• Microbiology: Culture and sensitivity testing, automated blood cultures.

• Clinical Chemistry: Liver and renal function tests, protein electrophoresis.

• Blood banking: crossmatching, ABO blood typing and antibody screening. Personal Information

Date of Birth: June 14, 1986 Family Status: Married Visa Status: Family Sponsorship Nationality: Egyptian References

Prof. Dr. Azza Mahmoud Ezz-eldin

Head of Clinical Pathology Department, Assiut University Hospital Mobile: +201********* Email: *******@*******.*** Dr. Fawziya El Nemr

Medical Director, Al Arabi Laboratories (Gulf Laboratories) Mobile: +974-********

Dr. Lina Bashir

Clinical Pathology Doctor, Al Arabi Laboratories (Gulf Laboratories Mobile: +974-********

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