Professionals in this field:

• Select and perform molecular and immunologic tests that help to personalize patient care 
• Diagnose mysterious respiratory illnesses
• Assist clinicians in collecting and evaluating specimens from any body site 
• Identify precancerous cells at their earliest and most curable stage 

Students in our Cytotechnology programs gain classroom, laboratory and practical experience in five key areas:

• Cell collection, preparation and staining techniques
• Evaluation criteria for cell and biopsy specimens from all body organs and tissues
• Correlation of clinical information and the patient's history with cytologic diagnosis so that an accurate diagnosis can be reported
• Management of a cytology laboratory budget, inventory, personnel and quality assurance practices
• How automated cell analysis and molecular diagnostic systems are contributing to and changing the way cytology is practiced