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| 1. | Examine the role of a scientist in a clinical histology laboratory and how histology integrates into the healthcare system |
| 2. | Identify and discuss the microscopic structure and function of cells, tissues, and organs in humans |
| 3. | Perform and describe histological techniques for preparing and staining slides from various tissues, including embedding, sectioning, mounting, processing, routine and specialised staining, and imaging |
| 4. | Demonstrate an understanding of sectioning and staining quality assurance and how to address technical defects effectively to avoid interfering with diagnostic outcomes |
| 5. | Examine the role of immunohistochemistry in pathology testing |
| 6. | Apply histology-specific terminology and adhere to safe laboratory practices. |
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| | Assessment Task | Value
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| 1. | Reflection (350 words) | 5% | |
| 2. | Test (2 x 30 mins) | 30% | |
| 3. | Case study (1200 words) | 25% | |
| 4. | Practical exam (2 hours) - Hurdle | 40% | |
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