O*NET SOC Tasks |
Collect and study blood samples to determine the number of cells, their morphology, or their blood group, blood type, or compatibility for transfusion purposes, using microscopic techniques. |
Develop, standardize, evaluate, or modify procedures, techniques, or tests used in the analysis of specimens or in medical laboratory experiments. |
Enter data from analysis of medical tests or clinical results into computer for storage. |
Operate, calibrate, or maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis, such as spectrophotometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, or computer-controlled analyzers. |
Provide technical information about test results to physicians, family members, or researchers. |
Select and prepare specimens and media for cell cultures, using aseptic technique and knowledge of medium components and cell requirements. |
Supervise, train, or direct lab assistants, medical and clinical laboratory technicians or technologists, or other medical laboratory workers engaged in laboratory testing. |