KADEAN LOWE

 Performed a full range of diagnostic laboratory testing across hematology, clinical chemistry, immunohematology, and urinalysis and Serology to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

 Ensured accuracy of test results through adherence to standard operating procedures, calibration, and daily quality control checks.

 Collected and processed patient specimens, maintained sample integrity, and ensured compliance with infection control and biosafety guidelines.

 Operated, maintained, and troubleshooted automated analyzers and laboratory instruments to minimize downtime and ensure reliable performance.

 Validated and verified test results before reporting to clinicians, maintaining a high standard of precision and confidentiality.

 Supported emergency and routine laboratory services in a high-demand hospital setting, providing timely results for critical patient care.

 Iventory management-Oversaw and maintained laboratory inventory systems to ensure optimal stock levels of reagents, consumables, and equipment while minimizing waste and cost. Coordinated receiving, storage, and distribution of laboratory materials in compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. Analyzed inventory usage trends.

Assisted with reagent preparation, and procurement of laboratory supplies to ensure uninterrupted workflow.

• Performed laboratory analyses for the identification of fungi, yeasts, and parasites from clinical specimens including blood, stool, tissue, and other body fluids.
• Conducted microscopic examinations, culture preparation, staining, and biochemical testing to diagnose pathogenic organisms.
• Prepared media, maintained culture viability, and adhered to strict aseptic and biosafety protocols in handling infectious materials.
• Assisted in antifungal susceptibility testing and interpretation of results according to standard laboratory guidelines.
• Collaborated with medical staff to ensure timely delivery of accurate diagnostic reports for patient management.
• Maintained comprehensive laboratory records, specimen logs, and quality control documentation in compliance with hospital and accreditation standards.

• Rotated through all areas in the laboratory, including Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Chemistry, Cytology, and Histology
• Proficient in blood grouping, antibody screening and identification (ID), and cross matching
• Expertise in performing differentials, coagulation tests, hemoglobin electrophoresis, operating CBC machines, conducting ESR tests and phlebotomy
• Experience in media preparation, streaking on agar plates, identifying isolated microbes on agar plates, reading biochemical results, utilizing the MALDI-TOF instrument, preparing and reading AST (antibiotic susceptibility testing).
• Proficient in processing serological samples for both qualitative and quantitative analysis of antibodies to certain diseases.
• Proficient in troubleshooting instruments, calibration of instruments, and monitoring various quality control protocols
• Utilized state-of-the-art instrumentation and methodologies to measure and analyze the concentration of various analytes, providing crucial information for disease diagnosis and monitoring
• Skilled in performing a variety of staining techniques, embedding tissue, and sectioning tissues for analysis.
• Strongly proficient in laboratory information systems (LIS).
• Skilled in confirming and verifying abnormal results.