1. a scientist who studies the structure and function of cells

Examples

• The cytologist examined the tissue sample under a microscope to identify abnormal cells.
• Dr. Chen is a cytologist specializing in cancer cell research.
• Cytologists play an important role in diagnosing diseases through cell analysis.
• The hospital hired a new cytologist to improve their laboratory testing capabilities.
• As a cytologist, she spent years studying how cells divide and grow.
• Cytologists often work in medical laboratories and research institutions.