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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 Technician”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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Lucia Karyo
Lucia Comet Assay
Lucia Metaphase Finder
Genial Genetics Shire
KARIO
Cell Bioscience Automated Image Capture
Digital karyotyping software
Image analysis software
Genial Genetics iPassport QMS
Geniel Genetics iGene
Lucia MFISH
Lucia CGH
Genetix CytoVision
MetaSystems Isis Color Karyotyping
Image capture software