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Molecular Biology Technologist, MB(ASCP)
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Phase 1You are here
Master PCR principles, nucleic acid extraction methods, and sequencing technologies.
Phase 2
Focus on molecular oncology markers, pharmacogenomics, and bioinformatics tools.
Phase 3
Timed mixed practice with quality assurance, method validation, and troubleshooting.
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- •Submit application through ASCP BOC portal
- •Schedule and test during eligibility period at Pearson VUE
- •Participate in CMP to maintain active credential
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10-14 weeks for most candidates
From start to license in hand
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ASCP BOC permits up to five attempts under one eligibility route; after five unsuccessful attempts, candidates must qualify under an alternate route.
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125 Practice Questions
PCR, nucleic acid extraction, sequencing, molecular oncology, and pharmacogenomics.
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What You'll Study
15 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Introduction & Exam Strategy
3 sections
Nucleic Acid Chemistry & Molecular Structure
3 sections
Central Dogma, Genome Organization & Cytogenetics
3 sections
Biochemical Reagents & Enzymes
3 sections
Nucleic Acid Isolation & Purification
3 sections
Nucleic Acid Quantification & Electrophoresis
4 sections
PCR Principles & Primer Design Optimization
3 sections
Advanced Amplification Technologies
4 sections
DNA Sequencing Technologies
4 sections
Hybridization, Blotting & Cytogenetic Assays
3 sections
Molecular Infectious Disease Diagnostics
4 sections
Molecular Oncology & Hematopathology
4 sections
Medical Genetics, Pharmacogenomics & Identity Testing
4 sections
Quality Assurance, Controls & Method Validation
3 sections
Laboratory Operations, Safety & Clinical Variant Reporting
3 sections
ASCP MB Exam Details
Molecular Biology Technologist, MB(ASCP)
Administered by ASCP
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official ASCP content outline
Nucleic acid chemistry, basic molecular theory (replication, transcription, translation), biochemical reagents and enzymes, and human/microbial genetics.
Nucleic acid isolation, manipulation of RNA/DNA, separation and detection, PCR and other amplification methods, Sanger and next-generation sequencing, and array/mass spectrometry techniques.
Contamination control, specimen and reagent management, assay validation, QC and proficiency testing, equipment, regulations (CLIA, CAP, FDA), competency, and safety.
Infectious disease, oncology, genetic disorders, genetic identity and engraftment testing, and pharmacogenomics.
What's Included
15 Chapters
Complete exam coverage
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