How do they match: Cytogenetic Technologists

  • Communicate test results or technical information to patients, physicians, family members, or researchers.
  • Communicate to responsible parties unacceptable specimens and suggest remediation for future submissions.
  • Create chromosome images using computer imaging systems.
  • Describe chromosome, FISH and aCGH analysis results in International System of Cytogenetic Nomenclature (ISCN) language.
  • Input details of specimen processing, analysis, and technical issues into logs or laboratory information systems (LIS).
  • Input details of specimens into logs or computer systems.
  • Select appropriate culturing system or procedure based on specimen type and reason for referral.

  • Communicate detailed medical information to patients or family members.
  • Communicate test or assessment results to medical professionals.
  • Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems.
  • Enter patient or treatment data into computers.