Learn why clear communication is part of safe laboratory testing, from critical result handover to written records and multidisciplinary teamwork....
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Pathology Laboratory: From Principle to Daily Practice
Explore how equality, diversity and inclusion apply to everyday pathology practice, communication and service-user safety. This guide helps trainees connect...
Working Within Your Scope: Personal Responsibility and Professional Development in the Clinical Chemistry Laboratory
Understand how scope of practice, personal responsibility and professional development support safe Biomedical Science practice in the Clinical Chemistry laboratory....
Evidence-Based Practice in Biomedical Science: A Practical Laboratory Guide
A practical introduction to evidence-based laboratory medicine: how to turn research into safer testing, better clinical decisions and measurable benefits for patients.
How Laboratory Tests Distinguish Bacterial from Viral Infections
Understand culture, PCR, CRP, procalcitonin and host-response tests, including their limitations and role in antimicrobial stewardship.
Using Artificial Intelligence During Biomedical Science Training and Portfolio Completion
Use AI responsibly in Biomedical Science training: protect confidentiality, check sources and keep IBMS portfolio evidence authentic and your own.
Information Overload and Short Videos
Use short videos more intentionally for Biomedical Science study, with practical focus, source-checking and active-recall strategies.
A Day in the Life of a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist
Explore a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist working day, from handover and quality control to specimen checks, result review and safe escalation.
Choosing a Biomedical Science Degree: Course and Placement Checklist
Compare Biomedical Science courses, accreditation and placement support with practical questions for universities and a focused preparation checklist.
IBMS Registration Portfolio Student Guide
A practical IBMS Registration Portfolio guide covering current version checks, evidence, reflection, confidentiality and supervised training.