1. I obtained my bachelor’s and associate degrees in medical laboratory science in
2014 and 2006 respectively. During my studies I worked as an intern at Farabi
hospital and Iran Blood Transfusion Organization (IBTO) for almost a year and
gained significant experience in Hematology, Immunoassay, Biochemistry,
Microbiology, PCR, which prepared me for next steps of my career.
While working at Iran Blood Transfusion Organization, I acquired extensive
experience in diagnosis of Coagulation disorders. I worked on diagnosis of Lupus
anticoagulant, Platelet disorders using Helena and PACS-4 devices, Thrombophilia
disease and screening disorders. I have been also working on Factor Assay using
automated STA-compact and semi-automated devices to determine the level of all
individual coagulation factors specially the exact level of factors VIIIc , IX and XI.
I was also responsible for developing familiarity with interpreting coagulation
profiles in liver disease, vitamin K deficiency heparin effect, DIC, Lupus
anticoagulant, von Willebrand’s disease, hemophilia, blocking inhibitors and
Hypercoagulable states. One of my primary responsibilities was retrieving
patients’ medical histories and interpretation of coagulation studies. I was
responsible for understanding the diagnosis and significance of Factor V Leiden,
Prothrombin variant mutations, deficiencies of protein C, S, and Antithrombin III
and patient management of these Hypercoagulable conditions. I also contributed
to a collaborative program between IBTO and WHO. I also worked on large-scale
esoteric tests and gained experience with many abnormal cases.
Working at coagulation department required tremendous attention to Hemophilia
disease, understanding the diagnosis, natural history, and management of patients
with hemophilia type A, B and C. It also necessitated vigilance with recognizing
the presentation, Symptomatology, and appropriate management of Hemorrhagic
problems of Hemophilia to have a better understanding the type of the congenital
and acquired Hemophilia. During these years I became familiar with various
testing methods used in coagulation, i.e., Clotting endpoint, Chromogenic assays,
ElISA and molecular assays. Moreover, I participated in two international projects
for Block Inhibitors of factor VIII of Hemophilia disease (SIPPET and ITI).
I have also been substantially involved in the Cancer treatment research using cord
blood samples. During this research project at the Cord Blood Bank department, I
worked on separation, processing and collection of cord blood samples. Moreover,
I worked with pertinent functions of the Flew Cytomery device for examination of
CD34+ absolute count and viability evaluation. I was also responsible for the

2. manual quantification of cell and CFU (Colony Forming Unit) cultures based on
the observer-dependent criteria which sometimes required working for extra hours.
As an experienced Medical Technologist, I was involved in training Master, PHD
and Fellowship students. I was responsible for instructing students with up-to-date
information and new functional skills, determining the students’ level of
experience, answering their questions thoroughly and making sure they have had
laboratory experience.
Together, my clinical and research experience and my academic and theoretical
background have enabled me to become a skilled Medical Technologist. In the
future, I would like to build upon my experience as well as develop new skills.
Although my background is primarily focused on Coagulation Disorders and
Cancer Treatment Research using Cord blood samples, I am open to working in
new areas of laboratory methods. I would like to discuss about potential
opportunities with you further. I can be reached at 857-234-4368.
Sincerely,
Somayeh Ranbalooch