Dr. Sandra Kim
PhD Clinical Laboratory Science, MT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP)
Medical Laboratory Scientist & Clinical Certification Expert
Johns Hopkins University — www.hopkinsmedicine.org
About Dr.
Dr. Sandra Kim holds a PhD in Clinical Laboratory Science from Johns Hopkins University and is certified as a Medical Technologist (MT) and Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through ASCP. With 16 years of clinical laboratory experience spanning hematology, microbiology, and molecular diagnostics, she prepares candidates for ASCP board exams, MLT, MLS, and specialist certification tests.
Reviewed content in: MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging, ASCP - American Society for Clinical Pathology, ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Medical Laboratory Technician Exam, CBCS - Certified Billing and Coding Specialist, Certified Phlebotomy Technician Exam, ABPath - American Board of Pathology, CLC - Certified Laboratory Consultant, CMLA - Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant, CLIA - Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Certification, CLT - Clinical Laboratory Technologist Certification, CLS - Certified Laboratory Professional, FCC - Federal Communications Commission Certified Laboratory, Histology Certification, ICPI - Intersociety Committee for Pathology Information, MATLAB - MATLAB Technical Computing, MLS - Medical Laboratory Scientist, CSMLS - Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science, Laboratory Science, MLPAO - Medical Laboratory Professionals Association of Ontario
Articles reviewed by Dr. (100 total)
MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- 3 Tesla MRI: The Complete Guide to High-Field Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- 3T MRI Scanner: How It Works, Benefits, and What to Expect
- 3T MRI Machine: How 3 Tesla Scanners Work, Safety, and Image Quality Explained
- 7 Tesla MRI: The Complete Guide to Ultra-High-Field Imaging, Clinical Uses, Safety, and the Future of Neuroimaging
- Abdominal MRI With Contrast: Complete Guide to the Scan, Preparation, and Results
- Abdominal MRI Prep: Everything You Need to Know Before Your Scan
- Abnormal Brain MRI ICD-10 Codes: A Complete Guide to Diagnosis Coding, Documentation, and Clinical Interpretation
- Abnormal MRI ICD 10: A Complete Guide to Coding, Documentation, and Clinical Interpretation
- ICD 10 Abnormal MRI Brain: Complete Guide to Coding, Findings, and Clinical Interpretation in 2026
- Abnormal Ankle MRI: Understanding Findings, Diagnosis, and What Comes Next
- Abnormal MRI Results: What 'Abnormal' Really Means by Body Part
- ACL MRI: How Magnetic Resonance Imaging Diagnoses Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears in 2026
- ACL Tear MRI: Findings, Grading and What to Expect
- Ankle MRI: Complete Guide to the Procedure, Anatomy, Findings, and What to Expect
- Arthrogram MRI: What It Is, Procedure, Results and Cost
- Baby MRI Scan: A Parent's Complete Guide to Infant MRI
- Back MRI: A Complete Guide to Spine Imaging, Preparation, Results, and What to Expect
- Brachial Plexus MRI: Complete Guide to Imaging, Anatomy, Pathology, and Clinical Applications
- Brain MRI: What It Shows, How It Works & What to Expect
- Brain MRI Findings: Understanding Ischemic Changes and Common Abnormalities on MRI
- Brain MRI Images: A Complete Guide to Reading, Understanding, and Interpreting Brain Scans
- Does Your Whole Body Go In for a Brain MRI? What to Expect Before, During, and After Your Scan
- Brain MRI Scan: What It Shows, Sequences and Preparation Guide
- Side Effects of Brain MRI: Understanding Risks, Safety, and What Every Patient Should Know
- Brain MRI With Contrast: What to Expect, How It Works, and Why It Matters
- MRI Brain Without Contrast: What It Shows, When It's Used, and What to Expect
- Brain Tumor MRI: A Complete Guide to Detection, Imaging Sequences, and Diagnosis in 2026
- Breast MRI: What It Is, When It Is Used, and What to Expect
- Breast MRI With Contrast: What to Expect, Prep, and Results
- Can MRI Detect Cancer? How Magnetic Resonance Imaging Identifies Tumors
- Cardiac MRI: Complete Guide for Patients and MRI Technologists
- Cardiac MRI in Heart Failure: Clinical Topics, Protocols, and Diagnostic Power
- Cat Scan vs MRI: Key Differences and When Each Is Used
- Cauda Equina Syndrome MRI: Complete Guide to Imaging, Diagnosis, and What the Scans Reveal
- Cervical MRI Scan Guide: Procedure, Prep, and Results
- Cervical Spine MRI: What to Expect, Findings and Cost
- Chest MRI: Complete Guide to Thoracic Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Chiari Malformation MRI: Complete Patient Guide
- Claustrophobia MRI: How to Get Through a Scan When You Feel Trapped
ASCP - American Society for Clinical Pathology
- American Society for Clinical Pathology
- What Is ASCP Certified? Career Overview & Benefits
- Mastering the ASCP Certification: Your Complete Guide to Passing with Confidence
- ASCP Certification Guide: Requirements, Exams & How to Pass
- ASCP Continuing Education: Free CE Credits & Renewal Guide
- ASCP Exam Prep: Complete Study Guide for BOC Certification
- How to Pass ASCP Exam: Tips & Study Strategy 2026
- ASCP Jobs: Career Outlook for Certified Lab Professionals
- ASCP MLS Online Review Course: Best Options for 2026
- ASCP Practice Tests: Free Exam Questions and Study Strategy Guide
- ASCP Certification Requirements: State Licensing Guide for Lab Professionals
- ASCP Study Guide: Best Materials to Pass Your Boards
- What Does ASCP Stand For? Full Guide to the Certification
- ASCP Certification Classes: Complete Training Program Guide for 2026
- Free ASCP Practice Test 2026 - ASCP Exam Questions
ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Complete Training Guide & Requirements
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): Complete 2026 Training Guide & Certification Requirements
- ARRT Certification: Requirements, Exam & How to Get Certified
- ARRT Certification Cost: Complete 2026 Breakdown of Exam Fees, Renewal & Hidden Expenses
- ARRT Certification Online: Complete 2026 Training Guide & Requirements
- ARRT Exam 2026: Complete Guide to Radiography Certification, Format, Eligibility & Pass Strategy
- ARRT License: Complete 2026 Guide to Getting Licensed as a Radiologic Technologist
- What Is ARRT Certification? A Complete Career Overview for Radiologic Technologists
Medical Laboratory Technician Exam
- Medical Laboratory Technician Exam
- Medical Laboratory Technician Exam: Career Paths, Salary, and Requirements 2026
- Medical Laboratory Technician Exam: Complete Study Guide 2026
- Medical Laboratory Technician License: Requirements & Steps
- Medical Laboratory Technician Responsibilities — Full Guide
- MLT Exam
- MLT Questions & Answers Video