Competency information
Details
Perform to quality standards, basic and appropriate specialised cytopathological techniques as part of the systematic investigation of gynaecological malignancy.
Considerations
- Cytocentrifugation.
- Cell blocks.
- Impact of preparation techniques on subsequent ancillary testing.
- Molecular techniques, including quality control.
- Imaging-assisted screening.
- Internal quality control methods in cervical cytology.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 3 | Outcome Screen and interpret cervical cytology samples to quality standards. |
| # 4 | Outcome Advise on or request appropriate additional tests to aid in the diagnosis of disease. |