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Job Description

Analyze chromosomes found in biological specimens such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, and blood to aid in the study, diagnosis, or treatment of genetic diseases.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 29-2011.01

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Cytogenetic Technologists”.

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Tasks for “Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Cytogenetics (CLSp(CG))”

Input details of specimen processing, analysis, and technical issues into logs or laboratory information systems (LIS).
Select appropriate culturing system or procedure based on specimen type and reason for referral.
Develop and implement training programs for trainees, medical students, resident physicians or post-doctoral fellows.
Recognize and report abnormalities in the color, size, shape, composition, or pattern of cells.
Describe chromosome, FISH and aCGH analysis results in Internations System of Cytogenetic Nomenclature (ISCN) language.
Develop, implement, and monitor quality control and quality assurance programs to ensure accurate and precise test performance and reports.
Create chromosome images using computer imaging systems.
Evaluate appropriateness of received specimens for requested tests.
Extract, measure, dilute as appropriate, label, and prepare DNA for array analysis.
Identify appropriate methods of specimen collection, preservation, or transport.
Harvest cell cultures using substances such as mitotic arrestants, cell releasing agents, and cell fixatives.
Input details of specimens into logs or computer systems.
Apply prepared specimen and control to appropriate grid, run instrumentation, and produce analyzable results.
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.
Supervise subordinate laboratory staff.
Summarize test results and report to appropriate authorities.
Analyze chromosomes found in biological specimens to aid diagnoses and treatments for genetic diseases such as congenital birth defects, fertility problems, and hematological disorders.
Select or prepare specimens and media for cell cultures using aseptic techniques, knowledge of medium components, or cell nutritional requirements.
Prepare slides of cell cultures following standard procedures.
Maintain laboratory equipment such as photomicroscopes, inverted microscopes, and standard darkroom equipment.
Select appropriate methods of preparation and storage of media to maintain potential of hydrogen (pH), sterility, or ability to support growth.
Examine chromosomes found in biological specimens to detect abnormalities.
Determine optimal time sequences and methods for manual or robotic cell harvests.
Archive case documentation and study materials as required by regulations and laws.
Prepare biological specimens such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, tumors, chorionic villi, and blood, for chromosome examinations.
Select banding methods to permit identification of chromosome pairs.
Count numbers of chromosomes and identify the structural abnormalities by viewing culture slides through microscopes, light microscopes, or photomicroscopes.
Arrange and attach chromosomes in numbered pairs on karyotype charts, using standard genetics laboratory practices and nomenclature, to identify normal or abnormal chromosomes.
Stain slides to make chromosomes visible for microscopy.

Related Technology & Tools

Water deionizers
Mercury vapor lamps
Benchtop drying chambers
Robotic harvesters
Automatic slide loading systems
Flat bottom microtiter plates
Masks
Microscope camera adapters
Reference thermometers
Laboratory freezers
Biological containment hoods
35m petri dishes
Bench-top autoclaves
Laboratory refrigerators
Binocular compound microscopes
Biological safety cabinets
Metaphase finding system software
Denaturation/hybridization systems
Water baths
Laboratory microwave ovens
1 ml pipettes
2 ml cryovials
Pipette aids
Stereo microscopes
4 ml cryovials
Hot air sterilizers
Heated magnetic stirrers
Low speed refrigerated centrifuges
Microscope filters
Liquid nitrogen containers
Ultrasonic sterilization units
Slide sorters
Counting chambers
Hybridization ovens
Cell culture tubes
Steam autoclaves
Vortex mixers
Tachometers
Incubators
10 ml pipettes
Interferometers
Digital cameras
25 ml pipettes
Fluorescent microscopes
Inverted compound microscopes
Fluorescent in situ hybridization FISH automation instruments
Photomicroscopes
Floor model drying chambers
Uncooled charge-coupled device cameras
Computerized karotype equipment
Cell harvesters
Test tube racks
Safety gloves
Automated imaging systems
Desktop computers
Microarray scanners
Phase contrast microscopes
pH meters
Microscope slides
Glass water distillers
Glass flasks
Digital image printers
Slide cassettes
Media filtration systems

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