NDDU International MedTech Mobility Program

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March 27, 2024

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PM: Graduation Ceremony of NDDU Interns at HCU

March 27, 2024
AM: Comprehensive Examination conducted by the Faculty of Medical Technology
Huachiew Chalermprakiet University

March 26, 2024
By: Karl Arac

As we were about to close the chapter of our journey in HCU, it is only right to showcase all the learnings that we have acquired during the past 26 days of our stay here in Thailand. This was demonstrated through the central laboratory activity prepared by HCU. The Central Laboratory is a simulation of an actual laboratory in which we were tasked to assume the role of medical technologists and solve 4 case studies within our group. Together with Maxine, we were assigned to tackle case study number 1.

It was a challenging and tedious task as our case involved bacterial identification in the CSF of a 2-year-old child due to a nosocomial infection 8 days after her neurosurgery. Since microbiology tests require days of incubation, Ajahn Yui had prepared gram stain, culture media, biochemical tests, and antimicrobial susceptibility tests beforehand. Chemistry tests such as CSF protein and glucose were also conducted in advance. We first examined the gram stain, which revealed gram-negative coccobacilli (3+). Then, we checked for growth on MacConkey Agar (MAC), Blood Agar (BAP), and Chocolate Agar (CAP). All media showed signs of growth, with BAP exhibiting γ-hemolysis and MAC indicating non-lactose fermentation. Next, we performed biochemical tests while conducting cell count simultaneously. After analyzing and interpreting the results, all signs pointed to Acinetobacter baumannii. Checking the zone of inhibition in the antimicrobial susceptibility test was done afterwards. Since all data were available, we correlated the results and concluded bacterial meningitis as the clinical condition, with Acinetobacter baumannii identified as the source of infection. Thankfully, Ajahn Yui guided us through all the steps we performed, especially during CSF cell count, as it was our first time handling such a specimen.

The afternoon session was spent presenting and discussing each case study under the supervision of dean Sucha, Dr. Nontawit, Dr. Penpak, Dr. Panjaphorn (Yui), and Dr. Panupong. We were grateful for their presence and guidance as they generously allocated their precious time to teach us passionately and correct our shortcomings, enabling us to learn and avoid making the same mistakes as we venture into the world of Medical Technology.

March 26, 2024
Central Laboratory Simulation: Case Presentation

March 25, 2024
By: Maxine Klarize Alforque

Our day started with an overview on Parasitology. We tackled on the its different classifications under both the Helminths and Protozoans. Their Characteristics, route of infection, and diagnosis were also briefly discussed.

One particular topic which I found interesting was observation of the uterine branches of Taenia proglottids, wherein india ink is injected into the uterine pore which will reveal and allow visualization for the quantitation of its branches. This mediates the differentiation between Taenia solium and Taenia saginata. Greater than 13 branches is characteristic of Taenia saginata while less than 13 is Taenia solium.

We also did laboratory work under this section, where we were given a pooled sample and I was able to find: Hymenolepis nana cyst, Giardia intestinalis egg, Taenia eggs, Entamoeba coli, Entamoeba histolytica, and Ascaris lumbricoides. Ascaris and Taenia worms were also displayed to aid our learning process.

Furthermore, in the afternoon, we had our Hematology laboratory work wherein we did the VCT (Venous Clotting Time), and tested for Thalassemia using DCIP and OF test. Then, we observed smears showcasing the different leukemia for our case study. We were taught how to read and indentify each leukemic cell and their corresponding distinguishing features.

Overall, I was able to enhance both skills and knowledge on the medical technology field and I can say that it was quite a fulfilling learning experience. ❤️

March 25, 2024
Laboratory Diagnosis of Parasitic Disease
By Panupong Sahaisook, PhD
Huachiew Chalermprakiet University, Faculty of Medical Technology