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O*NET detailed work activityAnalyze laboratory specimens to detect abnormalities or other problems
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Part of Analyze biological or chemical substances or related data, under the O*NET work activity group Analyzing Data or Information. Individual tasks below can carry a different label when their own wording calls for it (0 AI-ready, 0 AI-assist, 17 stays human).
Tasks built on this activity
- Examine cell samples to detect abnormalities in the color, shape, or size of cellular components and patterns.
- Examine microscopic samples to identify diseases or other abnormalities.
- Analyze chromosomes found in biological specimens to aid diagnoses and treatments for genetic diseases such as congenital disabilities, fertility problems, and hematological disorders.
- Examine chromosomes found in biological specimens to detect abnormalities.
- Analyze samples of biological material for chemical content or reaction.
- Prepare and analyze samples, such as Papanicolaou (PAP) smear body fluids and fine needle aspirations (FNAs), to detect abnormal conditions.
- Count numbers of chromosomes and identify the structural abnormalities by viewing culture slides through microscopes, light microscopes, or photomicroscopes.
- Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine, or spinal fluid, to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
- Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood or urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases and enter findings into computer.
- Recognize and report abnormalities in the color, size, shape, composition, or pattern of cells.
- Examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities.
- Identify tissue structures or cell components to be used in the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases.
- Conduct genetic analyses of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) or chromosomes to diagnose small biopsies and cell samples.
- Examine specimens to detect abnormal hormone conditions.
- Perform laboratory analyses or physical inspections of samples to detect disease or to assess purity or cleanliness.
Tasks where it is part of the work
- 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.
- Cultivate, isolate, or assist in identifying microbial organisms or perform various tests on these microorganisms.