Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA) professionals, by academic and practical education, are qualified to collect, transport, and process blood specimens for analysis. CMLA professionals are responsible for sampling, testing, measuring, recording, and analyzing specimens in cooperation with the rest of the laboratory professional team. CMLA professionals perform venipunctures and capillary (dermal) punctures adhering to all standards governing patient and employee safety. CMLA professionals demonstrate ethical and moral attitudes and principles that are necessary for gaining and maintaining the confidence of patients, professional associates, and the community.
