cytotechnology
/ˌsaɪtoʊtɛkˈnɑlədʒi/
noun
- The study and analysis of cells for medical diagnosis, especially for detecting cancer and other diseases.
- The cytotechnology program includes training in microscope techniques and cell identification.
- She decided to pursue a career in cytotechnology after volunteering at a hospital lab.
- Cytotechnology plays a key role in the early detection of cervical cancer through Pap smears.