Training activity information

Details

Perform the analyses involved in the trisomy screening service including:

  • Sample receipt and booking of a screening request, and identifying and understanding patient consent
  • Analysis of first and/or second trimester screening samples

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

  • Completed local laboratory training competencies
  • Local and national training guidelines, 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

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 6 Outcome

Analyse samples for trisomy screening and apply the appropriate methodology to calculate trisomy screening risks.