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       CODE: 041.061-042 Buy the DOT:Download/CD-ROM
TITLE(s): CYTOLOGIST (profess. & kin.)
Studies plant and animal cells: Selects and sections minute particles of animal or plant tissue
for microscopic study, using microtome and other equipment and employs stain techniques to make cell
structures visible or to differentiate parts: Studies parts of cells and details of cell division
into new cells, using microscope. Analyzes cells concerned with reproduction, and means by which
chromosomes divide or unite. Studies formation of sperm and eggs in animal sex glands and origin of
blood and tissue cells. Conducts research in physiology of unicellular organisms, such as protozoa,
to ascertain physical and chemical factors involved in growth. Studies influence of physical and
chemical factors upon malignant and normal cells. Evaluates exfoliated, asperated, or abraded cells
to assess hormonal status and presence of atypical or malignant changes. May be designated according
to specialty as Animal Cytologist (profess. & kin.); Plant Cytologist (profess. & kin.).
GOE: 02.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R6 M6 L6 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
ONET CROSSWALK: 24308G Physiologists and Cytologists
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