IMMUNOHEMATOLOGISTS (SPECIALIST MEDICAL PROFESSIONS) California Occupational Guide Number 2002-D (part) Interest Area: Emerging Occupations 1995
THE JOB 
Immunohematologists are required to test blood samples for traces of disease before transfusions and blood diagnosis can be made. Blood to be tested is centrifuged to separate red cells from the serum. The separated serum is then tested to detect the presence of antibodies. Reactions are then interpreted to devise experiments and suggestions to solve or identify the disease that is present in the patient's blood. The same process of blood classification that is done on the patient's blood is also used to locate a possible donor's blood. When a match is made, the Immunohematologists send the blood to the patient who needs it and writes a report to inform the doctor of the test results. Immunohematologists also work with Biotechnologists who mix animal antibodies with human blood samples to test for present diseases. The Immunohematologists take the microscopic antibodies and makes them disease free.
COMPENSATION
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REQUIREMENTS
Skills
-- Gather, interpret, use, and report data scientifically
-- Make decisions based on measurable, verifiable information
-- Interact with other health professionals
Training Requirements
-- Bachelor of Science with courses in chemistry, biological sciences,
and math
-- 12-month program in a school of medical technology
-- Certification as a Medical Technologist, Registered Medical
Technologist or a Clinical Laboratory Scientist
OCCUPATIONAL CODES
DOT (Dictionary of Occupational Tables, 4th Ed., Rev. 1) 078.261-046 OES (Occupational Employment Survey) System 329990
Source: State of California, Employment Development Department,
Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
(916) 262-2162
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