Blood Results Interpretation 20 November 2025

Course Aims:

This course aims to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to interpret blood test results in clinical practice.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand and interpret common blood tests, including Full Blood Count (FBC), Urea & Electrolytes (U&Es), Liver Function Tests (LFTs), Thyroid Function Tests (TFTs), and Lipid Profiles.
Recognise normal and abnormal blood values and their clinical implications.
Understand key terminology and abbreviations used in blood test reports.
Identify red flag results that require urgent intervention.
Apply knowledge of blood tests to clinical case scenarios in primary care.

Course Curriculum:

Introduction to Blood Test Interpretation

Importance of blood tests in primary care
Commonly used abbreviations and medical terminology
Understanding reference ranges and units of measurement

Full Blood Count (FBC) and Interpretation

Red and white blood cell indices
Hemoglobin levels, anemia types, and differential diagnoses
Platelet count and its clinical significance

Urea & Electrolytes (U&Es) and Renal Function

Understanding sodium, potassium, and chloride levels
Kidney function assessment: Urea, Creatinine, eGFR
Clinical interpretation in dehydration, renal failure, and electrolyte imbalances

Liver Function Tests (LFTs)

Understanding ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin, and albumin
Common liver conditions: Hepatitis, fatty liver, cirrhosis
Clinical correlation with patient symptoms

Thyroid Function Tests (TFTs)

Interpreting TSH, T3, and T4 results
Diagnosing hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism
When to refer for endocrinology assessment

Lipid Profile and Cardiovascular Risk Assessment

Understanding cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides
Risk stratification for cardiovascular disease
Lifestyle and pharmacological management of dyslipidemia

Inflammatory and Autoimmune Markers

C-reactive protein (CRP) and Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
Rheumatoid factor (RF) and Anti-CCP in autoimmune conditions
Interpreting results in infection, inflammation, and chronic disease

Case-Based Discussions and Clinical Scenarios

Real-world case studies and interactive discussions
Red flag results and when to escalate care
Patient communication and safety netting

Who Should Attend This course is ideal for GPs, nurses, advanced nurse practitioners, pharmacists, physician associates, and allied healthcare professionals who regularly encounter blood test results and need to interpret them accurately for better patient care.

Key Features:

✔️ Interactive online or classroom-based learning ✔️ Case-based discussions and real-world applications ✔️ Expert-led sessions with practical insights ✔️ Certificate of completion for CPD purposes

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