Do You Notes is a pun for “Do you know?” — a mini-series from Doc Krizza-Almond and TheCheckPoint Online that highlights high-yield, must-understand, but often overlooked (or minsang kinatatamarang aralin, hehe) MedTech concepts.
Today’s topic: Natural Killer (NK) Cells and the Missing Self concept
NK cells don’t just attack at random. They are trained to recognize what’s missing. When a cell loses its MHC Class I “self-ID tag,” that’s a red flag 🚩 for Natural Killer cells. This is called “Missing Self” recognition, a built-in defense that helps your body detect and remove abnormal cells.
Here’s the play-by-play:
Healthy cells show MHC I → NK cells stay calm.
Sick or cancerous cells lose MHC I → inhibitory signals stop.
NK cells go, “Aha! Missing self detected,” then release perforins and granzymes to eliminate the threat.
✨ #MgaWalangKwentangMnemonic: Remember: No MHC, no mercy! 😎
Explanation: Natural Killer (NK) cells attack when a target cell has little or no MHC Class I on its surface. In healthy cells, MHC I binds to NK cells’ inhibitory receptors, keeping them from attacking. But when that “self-ID” is missing (as in viral infection or tumor cells), the inhibition is gone — kaya no MHC, no mercy.
Faith Reflection: God designed even our immune system with wisdom, knowing when to act and when to stay still. In the same way, may we learn to discern with grace and purpose in our own lives.
Perfectionism can lead to stress, anxiety, and burnout, making it harder to stay motivated. Instead of striving for perfection, focus on consistent progress and celebrating small wins. This approach helps maintain a healthy balance and achieve your goals effectively. Practical tips include setting realistic daily study goals, practicing questions, learning from mistakes, celebrating progress, honoring your well-being, and trusting in God’s guidance. I struggled with perfectionism too, and it’s God’s guidance that helped me overcome. I hope these insights benefit you on your journey.
It’s easy to fall into the perfectionist trap, especially when preparing for something as important as the MedTech board exam. While aiming for perfection might push you to achieve remarkable things, remember that it’s more important to stay balanced and healthy. Perfectionism can be overwhelming and counterproductive. It can lead to stress, anxiety, and burnout, making it harder to retain information and stay motivated. So, instead of striving for flawless performance, focus on making consistent progress. Recognize that each step forward is a step closer to becoming #HappyReadyRMTniLORD in His perfect time!
𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐅𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐏? 🌀
It is when you try too hard to make everything perfect. This can make you worry too much, take too long to finish things, and feel very tired. 😟⌛😴
𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓’𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐋𝐈𝐊𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓’𝐒 𝐖𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐓?
🔥You may aim to achieve 100% on every practice test, but when you fall short, you feel disappointed and unprepared. This makes you constantly review the same topics, trying to master every tiny detail before moving on.
🔥You may spend too much time making sure your study notes are perfect or trying to remember every little detail. This can lead to burnout, inefficiency, and missed opportunities to learn other important topics.
🔥You might spend excessive time looking for the “perfect” study resources, doubting the quality of the materials you already have. This can delay your actual study time and increase stress.
🔥You may avoid new topics or study sessions because you’re worried about not doing them perfectly. This leads to procrastination and last-minute cramming.
🔥You may avoid taking breaks because you think it’s a waste of time and that you should be studying every minute. This can lead to mental fatigue and decreased productivity.
🔥You might stay up late or wake up extremely early to squeeze in more study time, believing more hours will lead to perfection. This can negatively impact your sleep and overall health.
🔥You may constantly compare your progress to that of your peers, feeling inadequate if you don’t measure up to their standards. This can cause unnecessary stress and a negative mindset.
🔥You may withdraw from social activities, friends, and family because you feel the need to dedicate all your time to studying perfectly. This can lead to feelings of loneliness and decreased emotional support.
🔥You may regularly feel that your efforts are NEVER GOOD ENOUGH, even when you achieve good results. This harms your ability to use your God-given skills and talents to their fullest potential and diminishes your joy.
🔥You may find it hard to celebrate your achievements because you always think you could have done better. This diminishes your sense of accomplishment and enjoyment.
𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐓𝐎 𝐀𝐕𝐎𝐈𝐃?🌟
To avoid falling into the perfectionist trap, aim for progress over perfection by celebrating small wins and embracing mistakes as learning opportunities. This approach helps you maintain a healthier, more balanced study routine and achieve your goals more effectively.
❤️ 𝑫𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒚 𝑺𝒕𝒖𝒅𝒚 𝑮𝒐𝒂𝒍𝒔 ~ Set realistic daily study goals. For example, aim to cover manageable sections or topics of (your selected board subject) each day instead of trying to master the entire subject in one sitting.
❤️𝑷𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝑸𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 ~ Regularly practice exam questions, even if you don’t get them all right. Each question you answer, whether correctly or incorrectly, helps you learn and improve.
❤️𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝑴𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒔 ~ If you encounter a topic you struggle with, don’t be disheartened. View it as an opportunity to learn and grow. Every mistake is a step towards understanding the material better.
❤️𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔 ~ Acknowledge and celebrate your progress, no matter how small. Did you manage to stick to your study schedule for a week? Great job! Did you finally understand a difficult concept? That’s a win! Reward yourself with a small treat or a relaxing break. Rejoice in the small achievements and trust in God’s plan.
❤️𝑯𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑾𝒆𝒍𝒍-𝑩𝒆𝒊𝒏𝒈 ~ Taking care of your mental and physical health is crucial. Make sure to incorporate breaks, exercise, and restful activities into your study routine to honor God’s gift of your body.
❤️𝑻𝒓𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝑮𝒐𝒅 ~ Incorporate prayer and trust in God’s plan into your daily routine. This can help reduce stress and improve your focus, allowing you to approach your studies with a calm and clear mind.
I put this post together thinking about my pre-RMT, MD days because I used to struggle with the perfectionist trap too. I still deal with it sometimes, but I now know the not-so-secret secret—God’s guidance and wisdom—so I am able to overcome. I know my past self would have loved to know these tips while working toward becoming RMT, MD ni Lord, so I pray that you, too, will benefit from this. 🙏
Here you will find my treasured (?) mnemonics, haha. Please enjoy them!
Mnemonics are amazing tools for boosting memory. They help recall information through patterns, associations, phrases, and acronyms. These aids are invaluable for remembering lists, terms, and other info in education and daily life.
Bilirubin terminology may be challenging for some learners. A helpful tip may be to remember English grammar: VOWELS for B1 (indirect, unconjugated, insoluble) CONSONANTS for B2 (direct, conjugated, water-soluble) While some studies reported direct and indirect terminology is outdated, the truth of the matter is that this terminology is still commonly used in the clinical laboratory today.
Bishop, M. L. (2022). Clinical Chemistry: Principles, Techniques, and Correlations (9th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.
This course aims to polish you on each board exam subject using a brief in-depth review with Q&A sessions.
AUGUST 2025 BATCH
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To all the MTLE retakers/refreshers: if you find yourself ready to start again—or just looking for resources to help you move forward at your own pace—this post is for you.
Accepting failure as a part of life is crucial, and as the Bible teaches us in Romans 8:28 (NIV), “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” This verse is a beautiful reminder for believers—those who love God and follow His calling—that there is a greater plan at work. Even in moments of failure, their faith can provide comfort, strength, and guidance.
For anyone who hasn’t yet placed their faith in God, know that His love and promises are extended to everyone. No matter where you are in life, His arms are always open to welcome you. Consider the peace and hope that faith in Him can bring, even through life’s most challenging times. You are invited to experience the joy of trusting in His greater plan for you.
Below is a list of my video messages for the retakers, recorded at different times/dates. Please watch at least one, preferably all.
Those who failed to pass the board examination for Medical Technology but had obtained a general rating of at least 70% can register as MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN. See section 21 of RA 5527.
Fill out the application form together with the required documents for pre-evaluation to the Application Division (4th Floor, Annex Bldg.) at the PRC Central Office and the Regional Offices processing counters.
REQUIREMENTS
Report of rating (optional)
Original NBI Clearance
Original and Photocopy of Marriage Certificate
NSO (for married female)
Go to the Legal Division (2nd Floor, Main Bldg) for notarization
Go to the cashier for payment of fees. (Ground Flr., Main Bldg.)
Go to the Customer Service Center for documentary stamp (Ground Flr., Annex Bldg.)
Submit duly accomplished application form to the Application Division.
After three (3) months, verify the status of the application at Tel. No. (02) 736-2252
MEDICAL TECHNICIAN/LAB TECH E-OATH/APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS (Note: This is according to a previous student who applied for MLT license. For more updated info, please call PRC.)
Fill out the form.
Notarize sa law firm.
Bring all documents sa PRC Office then pay fees.
Regional office will send out the docs to main dept nila for approval.
Pag approved na you will be informed or if wala daw tawag, kayo na tumawag and hingi ng update.
Once approved, pwede na mag e-oath.
Download the file to see “Guidelines on the Registration of Medical Laboratory Technician”
I still remember how my world crumbled when double lines in the rapid antigen test kit became visible as I was not actually expecting that the sneezes and runny nose I was having a day before were due to COVID-19. And so, on September of 2021, the day I feared has come…I became part of the statistics but fortunately, I belonged to the mild cases and now, as I am writing this, I am fully recovered and the whole household has finished the 14-day quarantine.
I would like to give praises to our Lord, Jesus Christ, our God, for everything! He was, and is, and will always be on our side no matter what we face. He gives us courage and hope. I would not be able to overcome this and all the other struggles in my life if it wasn’t because of God. I thank the Lord for my health restoration and the protection of my loved ones. I do not think I am more worthy of another chance to live but I am still breathing today. THANK GOD AND PRAISES BE UNTO HIM FOREVER!
Tracing our steps, we cannot understand how I got infected since I was not going anywhere. I had not stepped out of the house in the last month. One possible source we can think of was the deliveries. But even so, what is weird is that I am never the one who receives the food or parcel deliveries. It was always my mother or my husband. Fortunately, among four adults and a baby, I was the only one who was positive.
I did not really think it was COVID but because I had symptoms, it was only right to get tested. I even had the rapid antigen test done twice because of disbelief. I was wishing that it was just a false-positive. I had requested for home service RT-PCR immediately and it officially confirmed that I had the virus. I don’t think I will ever forget how I felt on that day. I freaked out not because I was scared for myself but because I was in close contact with my baby (1 year and 9 months) and the rest of my family. I exposed them and threatened their safety. I was scared that they will also get infected. That burden haunted me for days especially during the first 24 hours of isolation. Worship songs and Christmas songs kept me company as I was trying to compose myself. I was not able to sleep properly for days worrying about my family, especially my baby. I really thank God that they did not show any signs of infection as days passed by and that helped me focus on my recovery.
Two RATs showed positive results. I will never forget this.
I only had a runny nose for about 3 days, sore throat for about 5 days, lessened sense of taste, and loss of smell for 1 day. I had no fever episodes, cough and, difficulty of breathing. I did get tired easily but I am all better now. I just thought that God put me in this situation so I can have a valid excuse to lock myself up to get things done (such as updating of CheckPointNotes) but because I was not feeling well, I was not able to get productive. Haha. I did play Mobile Legends and watch Kdrama or anime as needed. I avoided shows with children though because they make me miss my baby more. There were times I broke down because I miss my baby and my husband so much, but their safety and health are the topmost priority. I am blessed that I only had a mild case that I was able to isolate at home, near my loved ones, who were able to take care of me and were the source of my strength and willingness to recover immediately. I just ate a lot of fruits, took vitamins and supplements, and rested as much as I can. Thank God I did not need any other interventions.
I am writing this to share two things, among others.
1) Our GOD is the GOD OF THE IMPOSSIBLE.
I was in close contact with everyone in the household, as in super close, but NOT ANYONE OF THEM tested positive or had symptoms even after the 14-day quarantine. How can that be possible amidst the delta variant surge which is believed to be transmitted in fleeting contact? I firmly believe it was God. You cannot talk me out of it.
This was a photo I took the night before getting tested. See how close I was to my baby? It was a miracle that he was not infected! PRAISE BE TO GOD!
2) VACCINES WORK.
Everyone in the family was fully vaccinated. My baby also had his vaccines updated. When Doc Salvana posted on Facebook that at this rate, it is only a matter of when will we be infected, I was thankful that if it is inevitable, at least, we now have the vaccines. If I had it during the first wave, I don’t think I will come out of it easily even if I am young and have no co-morbidities. Vaccines add a massive layer of protection. So, please, get vaccinated as soon as you can.
Having it already does not mean we will be spared in the future so we cannot be complacent. We will be more careful than ever. We will pray harder and plead that God protects us all, heal everyone who is sick and comfort anyone who needs it.
I pray that people will be more concerned and understanding of others’ welfare. Follow the health protocols. If you have symptoms, get tested. Do not go out unnecessarily. Get vaccinated as soon as you can. Protect the children and the other vulnerable. I hope you appreciate the fact that you are still able to breathe normally, eat with all of your tastebuds working fine and smell even the worst scents. Not everyone has the privilege.
Life is short.
NEVER CEASE PRAYING.
GOD IS GOOD. ALL THE TIME.
P.S. Special shout-out to Ermita Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory for the hassle-free home service RT-PCR testing. If interested to get their service, please contact Ma’am Mary Ann at 09977719095.
(BOARD EXAM RESULTS WERE RELEASED ON MARCH 8, 2010)
I was invited to give an inspirational talk at CEU College of Medical Technology Recognition Day today, March 18, 2010.
The program is set to start at 9am but I arrived there at 9.05 am, so I was worried that I would be late. Hahaha. I hurried walking while wearing high heels. Yes, I did. Hahaha. Dalaga na kaya ako. :))
AS USUAL, LAGI AKO NAHAHARANG NG GUARD KASI WALA NGA AKO ALUMNI ID NA MAIPAKITA DAHIL ITO’Y NAWALA.
Hinanda ko na ‘yung C.O.M (Certificate of Matriculation) ko para mapakita agad sa guard at eto ang nangyari.
Guard: Yes Ma’am, saan po sila?
Cha: Ay, Kuya, aattend po kasi ako ng Recognition Day ng MedTech, wala po ako Alumni ID, nawala po. Hindi pa po ako nakakapag-apply.
Guard: Meron ka bang ibang ID na magpapakita ng pangalan mo?
Cha: Kuya kasi nawala lahat eh, pero AKO PO YUNG NASA TARPAULIN KUYA. (Mahinahon naman ang pagkakasabi ko at biglaan kong nasabi yun kasi nagmamadali na ako.)
Guard: Alin, yung bagong kabit? Ahh, ikaw ba yun? (Mukha siyang delighted to see me in person. Hahaha, feelingera na naman ako.)
Cha: Opo Kuya, hehehe. 🙂
Guard: Eh di dapat andito ka na din sa bulletin board. (Nagpunta kami sa bulletin board pero hindi updated.)
Cha: Wala pa po ata. Hehe.
Guard: Wow! Congrats ah. Sige pasok ka na. :))
Cha: Abot-tenga ang ngiti.Hahahaha. Hindi ko po intensyong magyabang, tawag lang po ng sitwasyon dahil malelate na ko. :))
Hello, RMTs and future RMTs-in-God’s-Perfect-Time ni Lord!
Gusto kong magpaabot ng maligayang pagbati sa inyong lahat dahil nalampasan natin ang January at March 2021 MTLE sa kabila ng COVID-19 pandemic. Hindi madali yung exam na natapos natin, kaya pasado man o hindi, binabati ko po ang lahat ng CONGRATULATIONS!
Gusto ko lang magshare ng bits about my life story.
Maraming nagsasabi na strong akong tao dahil naovercome ko ang lahat ng struggles sa buhay ko mula bata pa hanggang ngayon. Hindi ko na babanggitin ang lahat ng details. Ang babanggitin ko na lang ay yung struggles ko na may kinalaman sa college at sa pagpasa ko sa board exam.
Naka-pito akong taon sa college na dahil dalawang beses akong lumipat ng universities. Sobra ang struggle ko na makaadjust sa Manila bilang isang galing probinsya. Nakaranas ako ng matinding homesickness. Matinding pagod ang nararanasan ko araw-araw dahil sa pagcommute. Na-heartbroken din ako nang malala. Wala akong mapagsabihan na kaibigan o kapamilya kasi takot akong majudge. Ako kasi yung tipong hindi naman into relationships. Subsob sa pag-aaral, kumbaga. Pero nangyari na nga iyong kinatatakutan ko. Nauwi ito sa depression. Diagnosed ako with major depression. Mas naaggravate pa ng pagiging malayo ko sa family ko at yung wala akong makausap dahil sa takot akong mahusgahan.
Inendure ko araw-araw nang ilang taon ang depression ko nang walang nakakaalam na kaklase sa school. Nangyari na rin ang kinatatakutan ko na unti-unti nang humihina ang pag-isip ko. Hindi na gaya ng dati. Kahit na nahihirapan ako sa sakit ko, ngumingiti pa rin ako at tinatago ang sakit ko nang hindi alam nang mga tao sa paligid ko. Kapag may kailangan sila sa akin, andun pa rin ako para tumulong kahit sa sarili ko ay hirap na hirap ako. Noon internship, na-bully rin ako. Nakadagdag pa yun sa depression ko.
Fast forward nung naka graduate na ako. Supposed to be ay magtitake ako ng board exam noong September 2019, pero hindi ko talaga kaya gawa ng sakit ko. Kaya hindi ako nagapply. Nagregister ako for March 2020 na lang. Pero gawa ng pandemic, napostpone ang exam. Kahit habang nagrereview ako para sa March 2020 na exam sana, bitbit ko pa rin ang sakit ko. Hirap na hirap pa rin ako. Pero malaki ang pasasalamat ko dahil di ako pinapabayaan ni God at ng family ko. 😔❤
March 2020 nang naglockdown sa Manila, umuwi ako sa probinsya namin. Mas lumala ang depression ko dahil sa mga plano sa buhay na hindi natuloy, at dahil sa fact na para sa akin ay matanda na ako pero wala pa akong naaabot sa buhay hindi tulad ng mga kabatch ko nung high school na mga nagtatrabaho na, nagmemedicine na, etc. Big deal yun para sa akin eh given na medyo achiever ako. Hindi po ako nagmamayabang, sana maintindihan niyo po ako.
Matagal akong naka-tambay lang sa bahay. Biglang nag announce na January 21-22, 2021 na ang board exam. Kahit papalapit na ang board exam, hirap na hirap pa rin akong mag-aral. Kaya nagdesisyon ulit ako na wag magtake ng January. Nagpareschedule na lang ako to March.
Parati kong kinakausap si Lord, “Lord, hanggang kelan ba ako aatras? Bigyan mo po ako ng lakas ng loob. Kahit minsan lang sana po makaintindi na ako ng inaaral ko. Kahit ngaying board exam lang po, Lord. Hirap na hirap na kasi ako sa buhay ko. Hindi ko na alam ang gagawin ko. Sa’yo na lang ako kumakapit.” Lagi akong umiiyak. Walang araw na hindi ako umiiyak. Hindi alam ng pamilya ko na kapag nasa loob lang ako ng kwarto, akala nila ay nag-aaral ako pero ang talagang ginagawa ko ay umiiyak ako o di kaya ay natutulog na lang. Pero syempre pinipilit kong mag aral. Naroon pa rin ang guidance at help ni God na sabayan ako sa pagreview.
Pero honestly, hirap na hirap akong makaintindi. Kaya sabi ko sa sarili ko, bahala na. Lalaban ako hanggang kaya ko. Mag eexam ako. Alam kong kaya ko. Alam kong hindi ako papabayaan ni God…ng family ko…ng Checkpoint Online Tutorial family. Kahit na tahimik lang ako sa group chat, alam naman ni Doc Krizza ang sitwasyon ko. Ang maganda pa, dahil minomonitor ni Doc Krizza ang reviewees niya personally. Sobrang nakatulong ang messages ni Doc sa akin. Pati mga messages sa group chat. 😭❤
So ayan exam days na. After ng 2nd day ng exam, pinaubaya ko na kay God ang lahat-lahat. Akala ko nga eh hindi ako papasa sa sobrang hirap ng exam. Pero nung March 25, bigla akong tinawagan ni Doc Krizza. Pasado ako! 😭
Sa kabila ng lahat ng pag-iyak ko, depression, pagiging delayed ko at pagiging huli compared sa batchmates ko, nagawa kong maging #HappyReadyRMTniLord. Pakiramdam ko naredeem ako. Napawi ang lahat ng luha. Nasuklian ang lahat ng paghihirap. Nabura ang lahat ng pagdududa sa sarili. Nabalewala ang pagiging delayed ko sa paggraduate. Nagkaroon ng sense ang pagpaliban ko ng dalawang nakaraang board exams. Naging sulit ang paghihintay nang matagal. RMT na ako! 😭❤
Marami pa akong gustong ibahagi sa inyo. Pero sa ibinahagi ko, nais kong iparating ang mensahe na si God ang pinagmumulan ng LAHAT ng magagandang bagay sa mundo. Sa kanya dapat tayo kumapit sa mga panahon na pinanghihinaan na tayo ng loob, sa mga panahon na nawawalan na tayo ng pag-asa sa buhay. Hindi niya tayo papabayaan. Hindi niya ako pinabayaan kaya hindi rin niya kayo papabayaan kahit na sa tingin niyo ay natutulog siya. GOD IS WORKING sa background. At kung sa tingin niyo na napag iiwanan na kayo ng panahon, ng mga kasama niyo, batchmates niyo, wag kayong malungkot dahil darating din ang oras na IBIBIGAY SA INYO NI GOD ang destiny niyong RMT sa dulo ng pangalan niyo IN HIS PERFECT TIME. Tulad ko, nadelay man ng ilang taon, pero binigay pa rin ni God ang destiny ko…ang RMT sa dulo ng pangalan ko. Maging faithful lang tayo sa promises Niya. Kahit hindi niyo na naiintindihan ang mga nangyayari sa buhay niyo minsan, kahit may mga frustrations at regrets man, kahit ilang beses nang hindi nakapasa sa board exam, magtiwala lang kay God. Believe in your own path and timeline. Try lang nang try dahil kahit anong obstacle pa yan, WHAT’S MEANT FOR US WILL BE OURS IN HIS PERFECT TIME.
Gusto ko rin iparating na huwag susuko sa mga hamon ng buhay. Maging matatag lang parati. Maging patient sa sarili. Maging humble sa kabila ng tagumpay at bawat achievement na nakakamit.
Gusto ko itake ang opportunity na ito para sabihin na malaki ang pasasalamat ko sa The Checkpoint Online Review kasi marami akong natutunan sa review. Napakacomprehensive ng review. At holistic ang approach nito. May support group din na napakalaking tulong lalo na kapag pinanghihinaan ako ng loob. Pakiramdam ko may pamilya ako na nasasandalan. 😊
Lahat ng bagay ay blessing ni God…pagpasa man sa exam o hindi pagpasa. Naniniwala ako diyan, kasi alam kong lahat tayo ay may kani-kanyang destiny…kani-kaniyang timeline. Kaya para sa mga hindi pumasa, just hold on and keep going! Never give up sapagkat nakaplano na sa palad niyo ang success na maaachieve niyo IN GOD’S PERFECT TIME. 🤗
~ Redeemed, RMT ni Lord, March 2021
~ Ann Margaret Saquing, RMT ni Lord, March 2021
TheCheckpointOnline helped me a lot! 🤗
Especially sa mga kagaya kong matagal ng nawala dahil 2017 pa ako graduate tapos ngayong 2021 lang nakapagtake ng board exam (because you can UNLI REPLAY LECTURES for you to remember and 💯 understand lectures way way back. Hehe!😊 And we had group study sessions aside from lectures for those who wants or needs an extra help! 👌)
During this pandemic, it was really difficult for us to study, medyo stressful pero dahil sa TheCheckPointOnline, learning was made easier dahil well-organized ang app from subjects to topics, etc. We had our review sessions thru zoom and all our questions were well explained and answered properly. No student is left behind. 😊
After live sessions, you can have the video replayed anytime for you to recall the lectures you had. Plus there are a lot of quizzes to help you master every topic that had already been discussed. Lalo na sa mnemonics. The best! 😁 Very hands on si Doc Krizza and team. They would always check students from time to time. They were open to any comments or suggestions to help improve things. They don’t treat us as students lang but they made us feel na part kami ng family ng TheCheckPointOnline. 🤗
And lastly, they don’t just teach lectures, they will bring you closer to God and strengthen your faith! 🙌🙏
Thank you so much TCPO, to Doc Krizza and team!
May God bless you more! 🤗 U DA BEST!!
💜 HappyReadyRMTniLord 💜
~ Ann Margaret Saquing, RMT ni Lord, March 2021
RMT ni Lord, January 2021, Future MD
“Many students already triumphed medtech boards while in med. So, who says you can’t?” – Doc Krizza
This will always be my mantra. The moment I read this, I thought to myself, “Kung na kaya nila, kaya ko rin.”
Two weeks after Med school started when I realized that reviewing for the MTLE while studying medicine was not going to be easy. I was having a hard time balancing both (lol, hard is such an understatement) and it felt like I bit more than what I can chew. My hope was slowing fading but I prayed even harder. I prayed to have peace of mind, composure and strength. I asked God for guidance, confidence and He heard all my prayers. I did it. I am now an RMT.
I am thankful for the people that God used as an instrument of his greatness. I’d like to thank my parents, family and friends for always believing in me. Thank you for saying that I can when I thought I couldn’t. Thank you, Doc Krizza for your guidance, knowledge and generosity. I still can’t believe how one raffle giveaway became a vital medium to my successful RMT journey.
To all aspiring RMTs that are currently enrolled in Med school, don’t be frightened. Pray to God (prayer works and it never fails!) and believe in yourself. KUNG NAKAYA KO, KAYA NIYO RIN!
This one is for the dreamers and risk-takers! Keep catching dreams and keep on taking risks! Cheers!
Bilirubin terminology may be challenging for some learners. A helpful tip may be to remember English grammar:
VOWELS for B1 (indirect, unconjugated, insoluble)
Bishop, M. L. (2022). Clinical Chemistry: Principles, Techniques, and Correlations (9th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.
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