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Stain, mount, and study cells to detect evidence of cancer, hormonal abnormalities, and other pathological conditions following established standards and practices.



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$60.7k

Annual median Salary

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Education

Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).


50%

Bachelor's degree

36%

Post-baccalaureate certificate

14%

Master's degree

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Cytologist

Cytology Applications Specialist

Cytology Coordinator

Cytotechnologist

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