Competency information
Details
Based on representative cervical cytology specimens, identify normal cellular appearance under the microscope and be able to recognise commonly occurring pathological features.
Considerations
- Factors that influence the quality and integrity of prepared specimens.
- The range of further investigations that may be required, their purpose, capabilities and limitations.
- How to recognise common pathological features of dyskaryosis, cervical glandular intraepithelial neoplasia and common infections seen in cervical samples.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 4 | Outcome Recognise the appearance of normal and abnormal cellular patterns in Cervical Cytology. |