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