Training activity information
Details
Perform and interpret four of the following analyses to laboratory standard operating procedures on patients with:
- Primary and secondary diabetes mellitus
- Newly diagnosed type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus
- Gestational diabetes mellitus
- Stable diabetes mellitus on treatment
- Acute diabetic complications
- Chronic diabetic complications
Differential diagnosis and monitoring of diabetes using the following test(s):
- HbA1c
- Fasting glucose test
- Oral glucose tolerance test
- Insulin and C-peptide
- Urinary albumin
Type
Entrustable training activity (ETA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee repeatedly, consistently, and effectively over time, in a range of situations. This may include occasions where the trainee has not successfully achieved the outcome of the activity themselves. For example, because it was not appropriate to undertake the task in the circumstances or the trainees recognised their own limitations and sought help or advice to ensure the activity reached an appropriate conclusion.
Reflection at multiple timepoints on the trainee learning journey for this activity.
Considerations
- Local and national training guidelines, including standards and pathways
- Method selection, including assay advantages and limitations, quality parameters, and interferences
- Equipment calibration and maintenance
- Quality control; EQA and IQC
- National and international guidelines
- Role of the duty biochemist
- Application of point of care testing, including methodology, governance, and patient experience
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Perform clinical and laboratory investigation, analysis and management of endocrine disorders. |
| # 4 |
Outcome
Interpret and report on clinical and laboratory investigations for endocrinology and diabetes mellitus in the correct clinical context. |