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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 “Cytogenetics Laboratory Manager (Cytogenetics Lab Manager)”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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