Training activity: 10

Details

Observe three different types of automated assays, and reflect on the process

Type

Observational training activity (OTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the observation or experience has been undertaken by the trainee.

Reflections on the observation or experience at two timepoints including contextualisation to the trainees own practice. E.g., for planned observations, a reflection before the observation and after, or for unplanned events a reflection one day after and another reflection a week later.

Considerations

• Reflect on the assays considering:
  • Calibration, EQA and IQC
  • Principles of the methods
  • Interferences
  • Reference ranges
  • Reporting limits
  • Sample types

Relevant learning outcomes

#	Outcome
# 1	Outcome Explore the contribution of Clinical Biochemistry to patient care.
# 2	Outcome Identify the roles and relationships of the multidisciplinary team in Clinical Biochemistry.
# 3	Outcome Describe the working practices of Clinical Biochemistry.
# 6	Outcome Compare and contrast the practice of Clinical Biochemistry with other specialties.