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Laboratory & Microbiology

Histopathology and Cytology Laboratory Techniques

Duration
5 Days
Delivery
In-house, public or online
From
R18,000 per delegate
Certificate
On completion
Course overview

This course covers the preparation and examination of tissue and cell specimens in the diagnostic laboratory. Participants study fixation, processing, sectioning and staining alongside quality checks for slide preparation. The programme supports technologists working in anatomical pathology services.

What you will be able to do
  • Fix and process tissue specimens for examination
  • Produce quality sections using microtomy techniques
  • Apply routine and special staining methods
  • Prepare and screen cytology specimens
  • Apply quality control to slide preparation
  • Maintain specimen records and traceability
Who should attend
  • Histotechnologists and cytotechnologists
  • Anatomical pathology laboratory staff
  • Medical laboratory technicians
  • Trainees entering pathology laboratories
Course outline
01
Fixing and grossing tissue specimens for downstream examination
02
Processing, embedding and orientating tissue in paraffin wax
03
Producing quality sections using microtomy and floating out technique
04
Applying routine haematoxylin and eosin and special staining methods
05
Preparing and screening cytology specimens for abnormal cells
06
Applying quality control checks to slide preparation and staining
07
Maintaining specimen identification, records and traceability
Upcoming public sessions
DatesVenueDurationFee per delegate
9 to 13 Nov 2026Johannesburg5 DaysR18,000
23 to 27 Nov 2026London5 DaysUS$1,800
11 to 15 Jan 2027Dubai5 DaysUS$1,800
15 to 19 Feb 2027Durban5 DaysR18,000
26 to 30 Apr 2027Cape Town5 DaysR18,000
5 to 9 Jul 2027Johannesburg5 DaysR18,000
Fees exclude VAT. This course can also be delivered in-house at your premises on dates that suit your team, or live online.
To book or ask for an in-house quote

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