Cytogenetic Technologists
- Health Science
Median Yearly Income
$60,783
Most Common Education Level
Bachelor's degree
Projected Job Growth
+5.83%
What do Cytogenetic Technologists do?
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.
Career Interests Areas
- Investigative
- Realistic
- Conventional
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