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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))”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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