Date of Completion

2023

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Keywords

Routine blood test, Medical health assessment, Level of knowledge, Level of attitude, KAP study

Abstract

This study used the cross-sectional method of research. Purposive quota sampling method was utilized to choose 373 respondents from Brgy. San Jose, Dasmarinas, Cavite aged 18 to 65 years. A modified and adapted questionnaire translated in Filipino served as the survey instrument. Frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, independent T-test, one way ANOVA, and chisquare test were the statistical measures applied. The following conclusions were drawn: 1) Most of the respondents were 26-33 years old, female, graduated college, unemployed and have a monthly income of less than 20,000 pesos; 2) Majority of the residents were very knowledgeable about routine blood testing; 3) There was a significant difference in the attitude of the residents towards routine blood testing in terms of age, sex, educational attainment, occupation, and income.

First Advisor

Maria Teresa F. Mateo

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