Professional associations Cytotechnologists are specially trained laboratory technologists who prepare and evaluate cell samples. They examine the cells microscopically for color, size, shape, structure, and patterns. Abnormal changes in the cells may indicate cancer, hormonal problems, inflammation, or other diseases.
Physicians use the information supplied by the cytotechnologists to make a diagnosis.
Cytotechnologists work with a variety of laboratory techniques such as special stains, immunohistochemistry, and microscopically evaluate all types of cellular samples, recognize abnormalities, have excellent concentration and good judgment capabilities. They may work in hospitals, private laboratories, research or teaching positions. Cytotechnologists always work under the supervision of a pathologist. According to the American Society of Clinical Pathologist, there are more jobs for cytotechnologist than educated people to fill those jobs. The future long-term employment looks bright.