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13 May 2024

The preparation and examination of blood and cytology smears is a fundamental part of clinical practice.

This highly interactive workshop will give you the ideal grounding in identifying common haematological and cytological abnormalities using the microscope of the in-clinic lab. 

During these sessions, carefully chosen smears from suitable haematology and cytology cases will allow a hands-on approach under guidance from an experienced tutor to ensure that diagnostic confidence is built in cell identification and appreciation of morphological changes.

We hope that at the end of the day, you will return to your clinics full of enthusiasm for diagnostic microscopy.

Digital course notes, refreshments, and lunch will be provided.

Key features of this programme

Describe the method for performing a structured blood smear examination.
Describe how and estimate a total white blood cell count using a blood smear.
Describe how and estimate a platelet count using a blood smear.
Identify morphologically normal erythrocytes, platelets and leukocytes.
Identify the most frequently seen morphologically abnormal erythrocytes and understand their clinical significance.
Identify the blood smear findings indicative of a regenerative and non-regenerative anaemia.
Identify the most frequently seen morphologically abnormal leukocytes and understand their clinical significance.
Describe how to prepare collect fine needle aspirates (FNA) and prepare smears of optimal diagnostic quality.
Describe the method for performing a structured cytological smear examination.
Describe basic cell types seen in FNA from dermal lesions.
Describe inflammatory cells and commonly seen organisms.
Describe cells exhibiting morphological characteristics of malignancy.
Recognise when to request a review by a clinical pathologist.

Programme Details

Module Summary

Venue: Sheffield
Date: 13 May 2024

Practical Cytology and Haematology

Day 1: 09:00 AM to 04:30 PM
6 CPD Hours
Sheffield
1 Module
Price From £529.00 + VAT
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