As of June 2026, Cytogenetic Technologists has an AI-exposure score of 69/100 (High exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.

AI Exposure Score for

Cytogenetic Technologists

69/100
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More exposed than 89% of the roles we track.

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Role snapshot

What this role usually involves

O*NET 29.1 exact occupation

Analyze chromosomes or chromosome segments found in biological specimens, such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, solid tumors, and blood to aid in the study, diagnosis, classification, or treatment of inherited or acquired genetic diseases. Conduct analyses through classical cytogenetic, fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) or array comparative genome hybridization (aCGH) techniques.

Common titles
Clinical Cytogeneticist Scientist (CCS)Cytogenetic TechnologistCytogenetics Clinical Laboratory Specialist (CG CLSp)Molecular Genetics TechnologistCertified Cytogenetic TechnologistCytogenetics Technical Specialist
O*NET job-zone preparation
Job Zone 4 · Considerable Preparation Needed Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations.

Broad guidance for this preparation level; exact requirements vary by role and employer.

Skills and knowledge
Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionWritingSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingComplex Problem Solving
Tools and technology
Adobe IllustratorC++Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPoint
Work context
Indoor controlled settingFace-to-face discussionsRepeating tasksEmail useConsequence of error

Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Cytogenetic Technologists, SOC 29-2011.01. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.

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Cytogenetic Technologists tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable
  • Input details of specimen processing, analysis, and technical issues into logs or laboratory information systems (LIS).
  • Apply prepared specimen and control to appropriate grid, run instrumentation, and produce analyzable results.
  • Input details of specimens into logs or computer systems.
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Augmentable
  • Analyze chromosomes found in biological specimens to aid diagnoses and treatments for genetic diseases such as congenital disabilities, fertility problems, and hematological disorders.
  • Summarize test results and report to appropriate authorities.
Durable

No durable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as automatable (90%).

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