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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 “Head of Cytogenetics”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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