How do they match: Cytogenetic Technologists

  • Prepare biological specimens such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, tumors, chorionic villi, and blood, for chromosome examinations.
  • Prepare slides of cell cultures following standard procedures.
  • Apply prepared specimen and control to appropriate grid, run instrumentation, and produce analyzable results.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor quality control and quality assurance programs to ensure accurate and precise test performance and reports.
  • Extract, measure, dilute as appropriate, label, and prepare DNA for array analysis.
  • Identify appropriate methods of specimen collection, preservation, or transport.
  • Select appropriate methods of preparation and storage of media to maintain potential of hydrogen (pH), sterility, or ability to support growth.
  • Select or prepare specimens and media for cell cultures using aseptic techniques, knowledge of medium components, or cell nutritional requirements.

  • Prepare biological specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Prepare healthcare training materials.
  • Prepare official health documents or records.
  • Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.