Competency information
Details
Interpret request forms and recommend the most appropriate investigation strategy to investigate bacteriological samples.
Considerations
- Principles, scientific basis and clinical application of commonly performed analytical procedures in bacteriology.
- The repertoire, specimen requirements, ordering and turnaround times of the bacteriology investigations performed by the department.
- Reasons and sources for referral of bacteriological samples.
- The range of appropriate investigations and their selection.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 | Outcome Interpret routine requests for bacteriology investigations in the correct clinical context and process the specimens that accompany those requests. |