Cytotechnologists

Submit slides with abnormal cell structures to pathologists for further examination.

Examine cell samples to detect abnormalities in the color, shape, or size of cellular components and patterns.

Provide patient clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in the preparation of pathology reports.

Document specimens by verifying patients' and specimens' information.

Maintain effective laboratory operations by adhering to standards of specimen collection, preparation, or laboratory safety.

Prepare and analyze samples, such as Papanicolaou (PAP) smear body fluids and fine needle aspirations (FNAs), to detect abnormal conditions.

Examine specimens, using microscopes, to evaluate specimen quality.

Assist pathologists or other physicians to collect cell samples by fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy or other method.

Assign tasks or coordinate task assignments to ensure adequate performance of laboratory activities.

Adjust, maintain, or repair laboratory equipment, such as microscopes.

Prepare cell samples by applying special staining techniques, such as chromosomal staining, to differentiate cells or cell components.

Attend continuing education programs that address laboratory issues.

Perform karyotyping or organizing of chromosomes according to standardized ideograms.

Examine specimens to detect abnormal hormone conditions.