Training activity information

Details

With supervision from a reporting consultant, request and interpret appropriate immunohistochemical and molecular tests, used in the diagnosis of:

  • Malignant melanoma
  • Colorectal cancer
  • Gynaecological cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • Urological cancer

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

  • RCPath cancer datasets
  • Local SOPs and/or proforma
  • NICE guidance
  • Molecular testing strategies and national guidance
  • Biomarkers

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 4 Outcome

Summarise the macroscopic features and block sampling for accurate microscopic assessment malignant specimens.

# 5 Outcome

Practice safely in accordance with quality management and accreditation standards.