Cytotechnologists

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 2 (15%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 7 (54%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 4 (31%)

• Document specimens by verifying patients' and specimens' information.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Attend continuing education programs that address laboratory issues.AI can speed this up on its own · core task
• Examine cell samples to detect abnormalities in the color, shape, or size of cellular components and patterns.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Submit slides with abnormal cell structures to pathologists for further examination.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Prepare and analyze samples, such as Papanicolaou (PAP) smear body fluids and fine needle aspirations (FNAs), to detect abnormal conditions.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Examine specimens, using microscopes, to evaluate specimen quality.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Provide patient clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in the preparation of pathology reports.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Assign tasks or coordinate task assignments to ensure adequate performance of laboratory activities.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Examine specimens to detect abnormal hormone conditions.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Maintain effective laboratory operations by adhering to standards of specimen collection, preparation, or laboratory safety.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Assist pathologists or other physicians to collect cell samples by fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy or other method.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Prepare cell samples by applying special staining techniques, such as chromosomal staining, to differentiate cells or cell components.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Adjust, maintain, or repair laboratory equipment, such as microscopes.Little or no AI speed-up · core task