Competency information

Details

Interpret adequacy of samples at on-site clinical procedures, including:

  • endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS)
  • endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
  • bronchoscopy
  • endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography (ERCP)
  • fine-needle aspiration (FNA) of palpable and non-palpable lesions.

Considerations

  • Assessment criteria for sample adequacy using the light microscope.
  • Communication of findings with clinical staff.

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome Recognise and interpret the microscopical appearance of cells and relate to the pathobiological process.