Biomedical Scientist Flashcards
What Is the main role of a biomedical scientist
To choose the most suitable testing method
Carry out lab work
What is the role of the health and care professions council (HCPC)
To protect the public who uses the services of practitioners belonging to the professions it regulates
What is the role of the institute of biomedical sciences (IBMS)
To promote the study and development of biomedical science by maintaining the highest standards of professional qualifications and practice
What is the role of a diagnostic test
Investigating an individual showing signs or symptoms of an illness
What is the role of a screening test
Identification of at risk individuals within a defined population who do not show any symptoms but may have something underlying
What is the role of a monitoring test
Checking the health status of an individual before undertaking a medical procedure
What is histology
The microscopic study of tissues to identify disease that may be present
What is cytopathology
Microscopic study of cells to identify disease that may be present
What is clinical biochemistry
The study of bio chemicals and biochemical mechanisms and their imbalances within the body
What is haematology and transfusion science
The study of the morphology and physiology of blood
What is transfusion science
The provision of blood and blood products to patients who have anaemia blood clotting problems and those who are suffering from acute blood loss or have been involved in an accident
What is microbiology and virology
Detection, isolation and identification of bacteria, fungi, parasites and viruses that cause disease
What is clinical immunology
Diseases caused by failure, aberrant action and malignant growth of the cellular components of the immune system
What is immunodeficiency
Parts of the immune system fails to provide an adequate response
What is auto immunity
Where the immune system attacks it’s own hosts body
