Competency information
Details
Interpret the histological or cytological findings of a sample in the correct clinical context and discuss in detail with a senior colleague
Considerations
- The use of the light microscope
- The relationship between clinical presentation and the diagnosis
- The relative merits of cytology, histology and pathology results when making an informed and accurate diagnosis
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 3 | Outcome Use microscopic and/or digital imaging examination techniques to investigate specimens |
| # 4 | Outcome Recognise normal cellular morphology of representative tissues and organs and common pathobiological processes associated with them |
| # 5 | Outcome Perform a range of laboratory techniques used in screening and investigating histopathological and haematological malignancy disorders |
| # 6 | Outcome Apply the principles of internal quality control and external quality assessment and draw conclusions about assay performance |
| # 7 | Outcome Use laboratory IT systems for the safe handling, processing and storage of patient data |
| # 8 | Outcome Interpret results of clinical diagnostic tests |