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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))”

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

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

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