An Introduction to Biomedical Science in Professional and Clinical Practice (ePub)

Biomedical Science in Professional and Clinical Practice is
essential reading for all trainee biomedical scientists looking for
an introduction to the biomedical science profession whether they
are undergraduates following an accredited biomedical sciences BSc,
graduate trainees or experienced staff with overseas
qualifications. This book guides trainees through the subjects,
which they need to understand to meet the standards required by the
Health Professions Council for state registration. These include
professional topics, laws and guidelines governing clinical
pathology, basic laboratory techniques and an overview of each
pathology discipline. It helps trainees at any stage of training
and in any pathology discipline(s) to think creatively about how to
gather evidence of their understanding and professional competence.
By referring to specialist sources of information in each area, it
helps students to explore particular topics in more depth and to
keep up to date with professional and legal
changes. It is also of value to any Training Officers who
are looking for ideas while planning a programme of training for a
trainee biomedical scientist.

The book includes basic principles of working in the pathology
laboratory including laws and regulations, which must be observed,
such as health and safety, data protection and equal opportunities
laws and guidelines. Practical exercises are included throughout
the book with examples of coursework, suggestions for further
exercises and self -assessment. Summary boxes of key facts are
clearly set out in each chapter and ideas for group/tutorial
discussions are also provided to enhance student
understanding.