Perform screening for infectious diseases

Description

Screen and test for infectious diseases, such as rubella or hepatitis. Identify micro-organisms causing disease.

Alternative labels

screen and test for infectious diseases
perform screening for infectious disease
perform testing for infectious diseases
perform screenings for infectious diseases

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

occupation-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Perform screening for infectious diseases is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Biomedical scientist: Biomedical scientists perform all laboratory methods required as part of medical examination, treatment and research activities, particularly clinical-chemical, haematological, immuno-haematological, histological, cytological, microbiological, parasitological, mycological, serological and radiological tests. They perform analytical sample testing and report the results to the medical staff for further diagnosis. Biomedical Scientists may apply these methods in particular in the infection, blood or cellular sciences.

Optional skill

Perform screening for infectious diseases is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

 


 

References

  1. Perform screening for infectious diseases – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022