Competency information
Details
Apply infection control risks in accordance with departmental protocols.
Considerations
- Protocols and requirements for hygiene and infection control related to the relevant range of investigations, including preparation, conduct and completion of investigation.
- Protocol for hand washing and how effective hand washing contributes to control of infection.
Relevant learning outcomes
# | Outcome |
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# 1 | Outcome Observe and reflect on the patient pathway from sample receipt to issuing of the clinical reports for a range of genetic referrals. |
# 2 | Outcome Observe and reflect on preparation of samples for genetic analysis in current use. |
# 3 | Outcome Apply the correct genetic nomenclature to genetic alterations, including International System for Chromosome Nomenclature (ISCN) and Human Genome Variation Society (HGVS) nomenclature. |
# 4 | Outcome Identify the appropriate testing strategy for a range of referral reasons. |