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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 “Cytogenetic Technologist”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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