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Typical tasks undertaken in this profession: 19
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Diagnose diseases or study medical conditions using techniques such as gross pathology, histology, cytology, cytopathology, clinical chemistry, immunology, flow cytometry, and molecular biology. |
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Examine microscopic samples to identify diseases or other abnormalities. |
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Consult with physicians about ordering and interpreting tests or providing treatments. |
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Communicate pathologic findings to surgeons or other physicians. |
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Write pathology reports summarizing analyses, results, and conclusions. |
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Analyze and interpret results from tests such as microbial or parasite tests, urine analyses, hormonal assays, fine needle aspirations (FNAs), and polymerase chain reactions (PCRs). |
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Conduct genetic analyses of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) or chromosomes to diagnose small biopsies and cell samples. |
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Diagnose infections, such as Hepatitis B and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), by conducting tests to detect the antibodies that patients' immune systems make to fight such infections. |
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Identify the etiology, pathogenesis, morphological change, and clinical significance of diseases. |
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Obtain specimens by performing procedures such as biopsies and fine need aspirations (FNAs) of superficial nodules. |
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