- Understand the term "genetic variation"
- Define short tandem repeat (STRs) with variable number of tandem repeats (VNTRs)
- Describe the HLA genes, their chromosomal locations, and their genetic features
Practice Based Learning
- Understand the utility of identity testing to confirm/resolve the identity of anatomic pathology laboratory specimens; for example mislabeled tissue blocks and tissue contamination
End of Molecular Pathology > ACGME Competency / Milestone Assessment > Identity Testing
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