Training activity information
Details
With supervision from a consultant, interpret the results of appropriate molecular tests, which contribute to the final pathology report for the following pathologies:
- Skin cancer
- Colorectal cancer
- Endometrial 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
- Implications for patient therapy
- Consider pre-analytical factors in the limitations of the tests (X-ref to indicative content)
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 |
Outcome
Interpret immunohistochemistry and molecular tests applied to malignant pathologies. |