Competency information
Details
Interpret request forms and recommend the most appropriate investigation strategy to investigate molecular pathology samples.
Considerations
- Principles, scientific basis and clinical application of commonly performed analytical procedures in molecular pathology.
- The repertoire, specimen requirements, ordering and turnaround times of the molecular pathology investigations performed by the department.
- Reasons for and sources of referral of molecular pathology samples.
- The range of appropriate investigations and their selection.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 | Outcome Interpret routine requests for molecular pathology investigations in microbiology in the correct clinical context and process the specimens that accompany those requests. |
| # 2 | Outcome Perform the range of basic laboratory techniques used in the workplace to investigate the molecular pathology of microbial infection. |