Competency information
Details
Handle and manipulate oocytes to maintain viability.
Considerations
- The importance of aseptic techniques and maintaining sterility.
- Implications of incorrect application of aseptic technique and the potential risks.
- Working knowledge of the environmental variables such as temperature and CO2 and their impact on sample viability.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 | Outcome Follow correct witnessing procedures to comply with HFEA regulations. |
| # 2 | Outcome Handle gametes correctly to maintain viability. |