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       CODE: 078.261-030 Buy the DOT:Download/CD-ROM
TITLE(s): HISTOTECHNOLOGIST (medical ser.) alternate titles: histologic technologist; tissue
technologist
Prepares histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by
PATHOLOGIST (medical ser.) 070.061-010: Prepares sections of human or animal tissue for immediate
examination, using rapid tissue processing and frozen section technique to freeze, cut, mount and
stain tissue specimen received from surgery. Operates computerized laboratory equipment to fix,
dehydrate, and infiltrate with wax, tissue specimens to be preserved for study by PATHOLOGIST
(medical ser.). Prepares slides of specimens, using specified stain, to enhance visibility under
microscope. Examines slides under microscope to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory
requirements. May study slides under microscope to detect deviations from norm and report
abnormalities for further study. May supervise activities of laboratory personnel and be known as
Supervisor, Histology (medical ser.).
GOE: 02.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R5 M4 L5 SVP: 6 DLU: 87
ONET CROSSWALK: 32902 Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
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