Diagnostic Tests for Biological Aging

Carlo Ledesma is a clinical laboratory scientist, educator, and regulatory specialist with two decades of experience spanning molecular diagnostics, hematology, clinical chemistry, and laboratory quality systems. He currently serves as Chief Scientific Officer at Marquis Laboratory and Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs at Cellestiq Lab, where he oversees high-complexity, COLA-accredited testing programs and laboratory-developed test validation.

He holds a Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science from Rosalind Franklin University and a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from the University of Santo Tomas (Manila). His certifications include ASCP Specialist in Hematology, Diplomate in Laboratory Management, and Qualification in Laboratory Safety.

A long-time educator, he has served as program director for the Medical Laboratory Technology and Phlebotomy programs at Rose State College, and as adjunct faculty at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Sullivan University, and Oklahoma City Community College. He has held advisory roles with the CDC Division of Laboratory Services, the ASCP Board of Certification, AMT, ASCLS, and the Association for Molecular Pathology.