Real time PCR is a variation of the standard PCR technique used to quantify DNA or messenger RNA (mRNA) in a sample. Using Sequence Specific Primers, The relative number of copies of a particular DNA or RNA sequence can be determined. We use the term relative since this technique tends to be used to compare relative copy numbers between tissues, organisms, or different genes relative to a specific Housekeeping Gene.

We are happy to announce Regular Hands-on Training in RT-PCR (Real Time-Polymerase Chain Reaction) Technique, designed to train mid–career technologists.

There will be sessions to refresh the theory and the trainees will be given opportunity to carry out the technique themselves.

Eligibility: UG/PG in Biotechnology and other Life sciences
Duration: Three days -10 AM to 4 PM
Training cost: Rs.3000/

Simple accommodation if needed will be provided at a nominal cost. Training shall be provided in two batches every month (10th to12th & 17th to19th). Number of participants in each batch is limited to five.

Candidates willing to participate should reserve their slot in advance by sending in the filled Registration Form (attached) along with a Demand Draft for Rs. 3000/- in favour of Vivek Institute of Laboratory Medicine, payable at Nagercoil. No spot registration permitted.

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Time to learn it form the Leaders. Admissions are open for the highly sought after CMLT and DMLT courses at Vivek Institutes, the Academic arm of Vivek Laboratories. The CMLT and DMLT courses are practical oriented course in Medical Laboratory Technology extending over a period of 12 & 24 calendar months respectively starting by August.

The course has ample scope for employment as there is a permanent shortage of qualified technicians in every hospital. The certificate and Diploma are issued by The Director of Medical Education and by the Director, King Institute of Preventive Medicine, Guindy.

The theory examination are conducted by the Director, King institute of Preventive Medicine, Guindy and Practical exams are conducted by the examiners appointed by the same authority. Biochemistry, Microbiology, Immunohaematology, Clinical pathology, Histopathology & Cytopathology are covered in the above period.

After the completion of the course there is also scope for further informal specializations in the fields of Cytopathology, Immunohaematology, Microbiology, etc.

Students can undergo training for a further period of one year subject to rules.  Training is not mandatory.

ELIGIBILITY & MARKS

Age: The applicants should have completed the minimum age of 17yrs and should not have completed the age of 30 years as on 30 th June of the year of selection. (D.O.Birth before 30th  June 1992)

GROUPS ELIGIBLE
Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology
Physics, Foundation Science, Medical Lab Assistance Course
Chemistry, Foundation Science, Medical Lab Assistant Course

Marks: Candidates should secure a minimum  aggregate of the following marks in the Science subjects in the 10+2 Or PDC Examination.

O.C.       50%
B.C.       45%
M.B.C.   42%
S.C./S.T. 40%

Spot admission will be given only to Candidates  with marks above 65% in the Science subjects. Admission for other students will be made after scrutinizing the applications at a later date. The students will be interviewed and assessed before admission is finalized.

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