Training activity information
Details
With supervision from a consultant, request appropriate molecular tests for the following pathologies:
- Skin cancer
- 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 datasets
- Local SOPs and/or proforma
- NICE guidance
- Cancer screening programme guidance
- Genomic test directory
- Biomarkers
- Germline vs somatic testing
- Balance of test priorities vs tissue availability
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 3 |
Outcome
Identify molecular tests request for the investigation of malignant pathologies and prepare samples for testing. |