Pathology laboratory technologist vs molecular technologist

Differences between pathology laboratory technologist and molecular technologist duties and responsibilities

Pathology laboratory technologist example responsibilities.

• Operate and manage standard quality control on laboratory equipment as well as some specialize equipment for serology studies.
• Perform both RNA and DNA PCR (RT-PCR) assays.
• Master DNA/RNA extraction and amplification.
• Programme DNA extraction, amplification and analysis software.
• Evaluate quality control using standard laboratory tests and measurement controls and maintain compliance with CLIA, OSHA, safety and risk-management guidelines
• Fill in for the transcription department when they have people out of the office.
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Molecular technologist example responsibilities.

• Manage and maintain Tecan for automate pipetting.
• Perform DNA and RNA isolation from blood, bone marrow, and tissue.
• Perform PCR on patient samples for various genes and check for proper amplification using gel electrophoresis.
• Follow the standard and newly add laboratory procedures and maintain compliance with OSHA, CLIA and safety risk management guidelines.
• Participate in technical laboratory tasks including bone marrow culture initiation, harvest, slide preparation and banding.
• Report preparation including individual cell analysis and any further testing results along with a composite karyotype according to ISCN naming protocol.
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