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Histotechnologists
ID
work_healthcare_practitioners/histotechnologists
Type
TASK
Children
16
Child Nodes (16)
ATOMIC
Embed tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks, or infiltrate tissue specimens with wax.
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Cut sections of body tissues for microscopic examination, using microtomes.
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Stain tissue specimens with dyes or other chemicals to make cell details visible under microscopes.
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Compile materials for distribution to pathologists, such as surgical working drafts, requisitions, and slides.
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Compile and maintain records of preventive maintenance and instrument performance checks according to schedule and regulations.
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Perform tests by following physician instructions.
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Operate computerized laboratory equipment to dehydrate, decalcify, or microincinerate tissue samples.
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Prepare substances, such as reagents and dilution, and stains for histological specimens according to protocols.
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Resolve problems with laboratory equipment and instruments, such as microscopes, mass spectrometers, microtomes, immunostainers, tissue processors, embedding centers, and water baths.
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Examine slides under microscopes to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.
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Prepare or use prepared tissue specimens for teaching, research or diagnostic purposes.
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Perform procedures associated with histochemistry to prepare specimens for immunofluorescence or microscopy.
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Identify tissue structures or cell components to be used in the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases.
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Supervise histology laboratory activities.
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Teach students or other staff.
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