Cytotechnologists

(Cytology)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Cytology is the study of human body cells. Cytotechnologists are specially trained clinical technologists who study human body cells. They examine cells to identify changes that may indicate diseases like cancer.

Their duties include preparing microscope slides of cell samples, examine all cell samples using microscopes, identifying abnormally in shape, size or color, using other automated lab equipment to perform tests, and analyzing report tests results in physicians.

Cytotechnologists usually work In hospitals, clinics, or private laboratories. They also work in universities or for the other researchers.

Average Salary: $30,000 - $50,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take the most challenging high school courses in science, math and English.

About all of Cytotechnoglists earn bachelor’s degree in medical or clinical technology programs that include a yearlong clinical internship in the field.

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