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Major Overview for Cytogenetics/Genetics/Clinical Genetics Technology/Technologist

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Overview for Cytogenetics/Genetics/Clinical Genetics Technology/Technologist

A program that prepares individuals to perform analyses of the human genome and chromosomes for the research and diagnosis of genetic diseases and defects, in preparation for organ transplants, and in support of treatments for cancers and leukemias. Includes instruction in chromosome analysis, fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH), molecular genetic techniques, cytotechnology, and photomicrography.

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Colleges Offering a Major in Cytogenetics/Genetics/Clinical Genetics Technology/Technologist

Top 2 U.S. Colleges with the most degrees awarded of Cytogenetics/Genetics/Clinical Genetics Technology/Technologist among the 2006-2007 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded*/
Percentage
SelectivityCost*
University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
13
(24.1%)
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Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Winona, MN
4
(1.0%)
Minimally Selective$29,714
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* The number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2006-2007 graduating class.