Competency information

Details

Interpret crossmatch data and produce a crossmatch report for clinical colleagues according to local protocol.

Considerations

  • How to assure the quality of personal practice.
  • Correct use of data in relation to the full range of investigations specified within this module.
  • Requirements of reports including sources of information, appropriate use of patient records, reference materials and current National/International Guidelines.
  • The need to manage records and all other information in accordance with applicable legislation, protocols and guidelines.

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome Perform the clinical and laboratory work up of patients awaiting solid organ transplantation, including the interpretation and reporting of results in the correct clinical context.
# 2 Outcome Assess the suitability of patients for crossmatch and transplantation within the national deceased donor organ allocation scheme.
# 3 Outcome Analyse and report laboratory tests for donor and recipient compatibility to facilitate transplantation within the national deceased donor organ allocation scheme.
# 4 Outcome Assess the suitability of patients for crossmatch and transplantation for living donation.
# 7 Outcome Assess the suitability of patients for HLA/HPA selected platelets and identify compatible platelet units.