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Cytogenetic Technologists
2
Alternate Occupation Titles
Medical
Lab Specialist
Medical
Laboratory Specialist
1
O*NET-SOC Description
Analyze chromosomes or chromosome segments found in
biological
specimens, such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, solid tumors,
and
blood to aid in the study, diagnosis, classification, or treatment of inherited or acquired genetic diseases. Conduct analyses through classical cytogenetic, fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) or array comparative genome hybridization (aCGH) techniques.
6
Tasks
Analyze chromosomes found in
biological
specimens to aid diagnoses
and
treatments for genetic diseases such as congenital birth defects, fertility problems,
and
hematological disorders.
Develop
and
implement training programs for trainees,
medical
students, resident physicians or post-doctoral fellows.
Examine chromosomes found in
biological
specimens to detect abnormalities.
Prepare
biological
specimens such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, tumors, chorionic villi,
and
blood, for chromosome examinations.
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.
13
Detailed Work Activities
Collect
biological
specimens from patients.
Communicate detailed
medical
information to patients or family members.
Communicate test or assessment results to
medical
professionals.
Determine protocols for
medical
procedures.
Inform
medical
professionals regarding patient conditions
and
care.
Maintain
medical
facility records.
Maintain
medical
laboratory equipment.
Monitor
medical
facility activities to ensure adherence to standards or regulations.
Operate laboratory equipment to analyze
medical
samples.
Prepare
biological
specimens for laboratory analysis.
Supervise technical
medical
personnel.
Test
biological
specimens to gather information about patient conditions.
Train
medical
providers.
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