Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

1. 01Perform quality control analyses to ensure accuracy of test results.
2. 02Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.
3. 03Obtain specimens, cultivating, isolating, and identifying microorganisms for analysis.
4. 04Collect blood or tissue samples from patients, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood sample.
5. 05Analyze and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs, or narratives.
6. 06Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood or urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases and enter findings into computer.
7. 07Analyze the results of tests or experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical or electrical devices.
8. 08Examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities.
9. 09Prepare standard volumetric solutions or reagents to be combined with samples, following standardized formulas or experimental procedures.
10. 10Supervise or instruct other technicians or laboratory assistants.
11. 11Conduct blood tests for transfusion purposes and perform blood counts.
12. 12Test raw materials, processes, or finished products to determine quality or quantity of materials or characteristics of a substance.

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