Training activity information
Details
Perform the faecal analyses involved in the detection of major organ disease and cancers to laboratory standard operating procedures to include:
- Faecal elastase
- FIT
- Faecal calprotectin
Type
Developmental training activity (DTA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.
Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.
An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.
Considerations
- Local and national training guidelines, including standards and pathways
- Method selection, including assay advantages and limitations, and quality parameters
- Equipment calibration and maintenance
- Quality control; EQA and IQC
- National and international guidelines
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Perform biochemical assays involved in the assessment of major organ function and cancer diagnosis and monitoring. |
| # 2 |
Outcome
Analyse and interpret biochemical data generated in the assessment of major organ function and cancer diagnosis and monitoring. |
| # 3 |
Outcome
Evaluate the national guidelines for diagnosis and management of diseases associated with the major organ systems and cancer. |