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Concurrent Testing on FISH Probes

Chandler — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 09:52:49 GMT

Just wondering how other clinical FISH labs perform concurrent testing on probes. Our lab currently uses a normal male PB slide to test each probe when it initially arrives. If this passes we then wait for an actual clinical case and use it to complete the testing for that particular probe. There can be substantial time between the initial QC test and the clinical case which creates some difficulties in managing and documenting the numerous probes in process. We do not run the old lot or probe from a previous shipment with the new one when running the actual clinical case. I'm curious if there's a more efficient way that will still meet CAP/FDA standards. Thanks.

New position in Asheville, NC!

mhausman29 — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:22:04 GMT

Posted by:

Mission Hospitals
Fullerton Genetics Center
www.missionhospitals.org

We have an immediate full-time opening for an experienced cytogenetic technologist The Fullerton
Genetics Center Laboratory is a full service hospital-based laboratory located in scenic Asheville, NC. Our
current test menu covers constitutional cytogenetic (prenatal, postnatal, tissue, FISH, SNP microarray),
and we plan to offer a cancer service in the immediate future. A qualified applicant should have at least
2 years experience in a clinical cytogenetics laboratory. Experience in cancer cytogenetics is strongly
preferred, but not required. Willingness to work flexibly as a member of a highly motivated team is a
must. Additonally, all cytogenetic technologists are expected to cross train in molecular genetlc
techniques, and embrace new technological advances in our dynamically changing field. Daytime hours
(M-F)hours are preferred, and periodic weekend and holiday call are expected on a rotating basis.

Contact:
Hutton M. Kearney, PhD, FACMG
Director, Cytogenetics Laboratory
Hutton.Kearney@msj.org
267 McDowell St.
Asheville, NC 28803

Career Opportunity as Clinical Cytogeneticist (HOD) in Singapore

philipzhu — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:37:35 GMT

[b]Job Description:[/b]
You would be the head of department in charge of 7-8 med tech from Singapore and Malaysia, more managing than blood analysis. In charge of day to day operation.
You will lead the department in establishing cutting-edge genetic technology in today’s healthcare environment. You will also spearhead and manage the laboratory to deliver excellent laboratory service and quality results. You are expected to strategically plan and develop the service to achieve business targets and superior clinical performance.

[b]Requirements: [/b]
You must possess at least a Master’s Degree or PhD in Genetics or FHGSA in Cytogenetics with at least an MHGSA in Clinical Cytogenetics or equivalent. You should have at least 5 years of experience (preferably 8 years) in clinical cytogenetic, including at least 1 year’s experience in reporting (to be able to sign off reports). Excellent analytical, organizational and leadership skills are essential.

Interested applicants please forward your email to [u][b][url=mailto:philip@searchasia.com.sg]philip@searchasia.com.sg[/url][/b][/u]. For a confidential discussion, you can reach [b]Philip[/b] at (65)67355885. Or you can provide me your contact number and I shall call you at an appropriate time. Alternatively, your referrals would be very much appreciated!

Warmest Regards,
Philip
SearchAsia Singapore

Survey on interphase FISH scoring

las — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 06:16:06 GMT

We are conducting a survey on the scoring and analysis of interphase FISH assays and how to improve automation and image analysis for this purpose. The survey takes 5-10 minutes to complete and for every response received $1 will be donated to cancer research.

Click here to take the survey now.

Cytogenetics Lab Manager

chrisvalentine — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 10:04:21 GMT

If you do not qualify and know somebody who does please send them this email or my contact information so we can help them get a great position.

Position: Laboratory Manager

Duration: Perm

Location: Shelton, CT.

Laboratory Manager

Oversees the operations and administration of the Cytogenetics department. Oversees the operations of the Cytogenetics laboratory in a high volume laboratory producing chromosomal analysis and FISH, which includes interfacing with 2 Ph.D Directors, on-site Pathologists, clients and sales reps on a daily basis. The position will manage 36 full time employees in a 24/6 operation in a Lean environment. In addition the manager will be responsible for reviewing operations, producing justification for new/replacement equipment, quality assurance, expense control, and managing the operating budget.

Job Requirements:
Requires a B.S./B.A. Degree w/3-5 years experience and must meet CLIA requirements.

Skills Required:
Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Organizational Skills, Management, Administrative, Budget Analyst, Analytical Skills

Other Skills:
-Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred
-Cytogenetics experience Ability to relate professionally with people, analytical abilities, compose letters/memorandum, coordinate events, motivate others, organizational skills, research information, time management, train employees, written and verbal communications, supervisory skills.
-Cytogenetics experience required - not cytology

Ability to relate professionally with people, analytical abilities, compose letters/memorandum, coordinate events, motivate others, organizational skills, research information, time management, train employees, written and verbal communications, supervisory skills.
Prefer someone with big company experience who is structured and process-oriented. Someone who is hands-on and understands progressive discipline

Years Experience:
5

Growth in Cancer Cytogenetics

Mark Chmura — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:11:24 GMT

Does anyone have data on expected growth in cancer cytogenetic studies? We are interested in data on both chromosome analysis and FISH.

New Cytogenetic Methods Discussion Group hosted by Google

jamie2009 — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:35:16 GMT

The Cytogenetics-Methods & Trouble-Shooting group is a friendly and very helpful group to discuss blood/bone marrow/solid tumour/prenatal/skins/POC cytogenetic methodologies. Trouble-shooting all cytogenetic problems such as harvesting problems, banding and cell culture.

I have found it a very useful resource to draw upon. I highly recommend the others to join and to pass the word around. As far as I can tell its the only discussion group dedicated to conventional (non FISH/Molecular Cytogenetics) cytogentic methods.

Current web address:
http://groups.google.com/group/cytogenetics-methods-and-trouble-shooting

Enjoy!

ISCN (2009)

mjmontgom — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:44:11 GMT

Hello,

Has anyone else compared the ideograms in ISCN 2005 and 2009? There are some changes, and I really like them! I'm especially pleased with the new ideogram for chromosome 15.

Melody

Poseidon FISH Probes

chaire — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 15:06:35 GMT

Hello!

We received some information on Repeat Free Poseidon FISH probes and were curious about them. Does anyone have any experience with these (especially compared to Abbott/Vysis probes, which we currently use)? Did anyone switch to these and for what reasons did you switch? Thanks in advance!

CpG oligos

Helen Lawce — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 18:04:48 GMT

Hi, all: we are interested in trying the CLL stimulation method with the CpG oligos called DSP30 with IL2 as well. Is there a source in the US for the DSP30? Thanks, Helen

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