Training activity information
Details
Analyse and interpret the results for predictive, carrier or confirmation testing
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
- Principles of the assay
- Best practice guidance
- Local and national guidance
- Quality control, including IQC, and EQA
- Nomenclature
- Sensitivity and limitations
- Use of bayes calculations
- Consent process
- Ethical issues for predictive testing
- Local SOPs
- Health and safety
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 |
Outcome
Perform molecular analysis for patients referred with adult-onset disorders. |
| # 4 |
Outcome
Interpret genomic variants, including copy number and structural changes and investigate the clinical significance of variants using bioinformatic tools using best practice guidelines. |