AMT MT Practice Test 2026 — Free AMT MT Exam Prep Questions
AMT's laboratory scientist exam (formerly Medical Technologist, now titled Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(AMT)) certifies bench scientists who perform and interpret testing across the clinical laboratory. Our practice set follows AMT's own competency outline — general laboratory, chemistry, hematology, coagulation, immunology, immunohematology, transfusion services, microbiology and urinalysis — with worked calculations and text-described slides and stains.
A 30-year-old woman has fever, flank pain and costovertebral-angle tenderness. Her urine sediment shows many WBCs and bacteria, plus cylinders with a protein matrix packed with granulocytes that have lobed nuclei. Which condition is MOST consistent with these findings?
AMT MT format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based at Pearson VUE test centers.
| Credential | Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(AMT); formerly Medical Technologist (MT) |
|---|---|
| Questions | 210 four-option multiple-choice questions |
| Time | 3.5 hours; the timer does not stop for breaks |
| Passing score | Scaled 70 on a 0–100 scale (not a percentage) |
| Calculator | Not allowed and not needed: all calculations can be done by hand |
| Unscored items | The exam may include unidentified pretest questions that do not count |
| Eligibility | Baccalaureate plus one of: an accredited MLS program, an accredited MLT or 50-week U.S. military lab program, or 48 semester hours of relevant coursework with one year of approved clinical lab experience |
| Fee | $245 ($225 outside North America) |
| Retakes | After 45 days; 4 attempts maximum |
| 2025 pass rate | 61% of 1,114 MLS candidates |
Facts last verified Nov 3, 2026. Source: americanmedtech.org/Portals/0/PDF/Get%20Cert/Prepare%20for%20Exam/MLS-Content.pdf. Always confirm details with AMT before your exam.
When can you take the AMT MT?
After AMT approves your application and issues an Authorization to Test, you book with Pearson VUE. Tests are available nearly every day except Sundays and holidays.
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What the AMT MT covers
Every PrepBanq AMT MT test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
General LaboratoryQuality, laws and regulations (OSHA, CLIA, HIPAA), safety, instrumentation, laboratory mathematics, microscopy, specimen collection and processing, patient identification, waived testing (44 questions). | 21% | ~44 | 31 questions → |
ChemistryInstrumentation, renal and hepatic function, carbohydrates, proteins, enzymes and cardiac markers, endocrinology, lipids, water and electrolytes, acid-base balance, CSF, tumor markers, TDM and drugs of abuse, fetal wellness tests (38 questions). | 18.1% | ~38 | 27 questions → |
HematologyHematologic physiology, manual and automated cell counts and calculations, blood and bone marrow examination, body fluid analysis, hemoglobinopathy testing, automated instrumentation (32 questions). | 15.2% | ~32 | 23 questions → |
Coagulation and HemostasisPT, PTT/APTT, fibrinogen, D-dimer, FDP/FSP, heparin assay, mixing studies, factor and platelet function testing (10 questions). | 4.7% | ~10 | 7 questions → |
Immunology and SerologyAntigen-antibody principles; heterophile, rheumatoid arthritis and pregnancy tests; CMV, retrovirus, Epstein-Barr, rubella and HIV testing (7 questions). | 3.3% | ~7 | 5 questions → |
ImmunohematologyABO and Rh(D) typing incl. weak D, antibody identification, direct and indirect antiglobulin tests, crossmatch, Rh immune globulin and fetal bleed testing, cold agglutinins, ABO discrepancies, elution (22 questions). | 10.5% | ~22 | 16 questions → |
Blood Banking and Transfusion ServicesBlood storage requirements, blood bank operations, transfusion reaction investigation, therapeutic phlebotomy, special products (e.g., CMV-negative), donor requirements and deferrals (16 questions). | 7.6% | ~16 | 11 questions → |
MicrobiologyBacteriology (Gram stain, media and media QC, specimen acceptability, identification, susceptibility testing, immunology-based and molecular tests), virology, parasitology and mycology specimen preparation (26 questions). | 12.4% | ~26 | 19 questions → |
Urinalysis and Body FluidsRenal function, physical, chemical and microscopic urinalysis, confirmatory tests, and special tests on urine, feces and gastric contents (15 questions). | 7.1% | ~15 | 11 questions → |
How to register for the AMT MT
Retake policy
Retake no sooner than 45 days after a failed attempt, up to 4 attempts in total; the whole exam is retaken and a retest fee ($245) applies.
Score release
Results appear on screen at the end of the session, with a printed copy from the proctor.
Credential renewal
Certification runs on a 3-year cycle: 45 CCP points (15 a year) plus an annual fee of $110 ($120 from February 1, 2027).
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AMT MT FAQ
How many questions are on the AMT MT?
The AMT MT has 210 questions and you have 3 hours 30 minutes to finish. Question types: Four-option multiple choice: select the single best answer. Items may ask you to recall facts, interpret graphic illustrations or case-study information, analyze situations or solve problems..
How long is the AMT MT exam?
Testing time for the AMT MT is 3 hours 30 minutes.
What is the passing score for the AMT MT?
AMT MT passing standard: Scaled score of 70. Score range: 0–100 scaled.
How much does the AMT MT cost?
The AMT MT registration fee is $245 (includes application, exam and first annual fee); $225 for applicants residing outside North America. Fees are non-refundable.. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the AMT MT?
The AMT MT covers General Laboratory (about 21%), Chemistry (about 18.1%), Hematology (about 15.2%), Coagulation and Hemostasis (about 4.7%), Immunology and Serology (about 3.3%), Immunohematology (about 10.5%), Blood Banking and Transfusion Services (about 7.6%), Microbiology (about 12.4%), Urinalysis and Body Fluids (about 7.1%).
Who administers the AMT MT?
The AMT Medical Technologist (MT) Exam is administered by AMT. Delivery: Computer-based at Pearson VUE test centers.
Can you retake the AMT MT?
Retake no sooner than 45 days after a failed attempt, up to 4 attempts in total; the whole exam is retaken and a retest fee ($245) applies.
Is there a free AMT MT practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free AMT MT practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real AMT MT formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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