Healthcare
Cytogenetic Technologists
Analyze chromosomes or chromosome segments found in biological specimens, such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, solid tumors, and blood to aid in the study, diagnosis, classification, or treatment of inherited or acquired genetic diseases. Conduct analyses through classical cytogenetic, fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) or array comparative genome hybridization (aCGH) techniques.
Median salary
$61,890
Typical range
$38k – $98k
Job outlook
+2% (about average)
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Education
Typical entry: Bachelor's degree
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Junior Cytogenetic Technologists
Entry / Junior
$38,020
~2 yrs to advance
Cytogenetic Technologists
Established
$61,890
~3 yrs to advance
Senior Cytogenetic Technologists
Senior
$79,940
Key skills
A typical day
- •Arrange and attach chromosomes in numbered pairs on karyotype charts, using standard genetics laboratory practices and nomenclature, to identify normal or abnormal chromosomes.
- •Count numbers of chromosomes and identify the structural abnormalities by viewing culture slides through microscopes, light microscopes, or photomicroscopes.
- •Examine chromosomes found in biological specimens to detect abnormalities.
- •Apply prepared specimen and control to appropriate grid, run instrumentation, and produce analyzable results.
- •Select appropriate culturing system or procedure based on specimen type and reason for referral.
Fields of study
Any field
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