Training activity: 4

Details

Follow a range of samples from receipt in specimen reception to reporting, and reflect on the journey, including samples for:

• Molecular analysis
• Serological testing
• Microscopy, culture, and sensitivity testing

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

• The different sample types and pathways, and the involvement of other disciplines
• The stages of the sample’s journey and the responsibilities and involvement of different staff groups
• Quality checks
• Reviewing results
• Reporting and phoning criteria, including acting on the result
• Patient centred care and support
• Health and safety, including handling high risk samples

Relevant learning outcomes

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