This unit of study introduces the student to basic concepts behind diagnostic and screening tests, including: test accuracy, sources of bias in test evaluation, critical appraisal of test evaluation studies, application of test results to individual patients, place of tests in diagnostic pathways, impact of tests on patient outcomes, principles and use of evidence in population screening, overdiagnosis, systematic review of diagnostic tests and meta-analysis. After completing this unit of study, the student should have a comprehensive understanding of contemporary issues and the methodology underlying, diagnostic and screening test evaluation and application.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Public Health |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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PUBH5010 or CEPI5100 |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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PUBH5208 or CEPI5202 or CEPI5311 |
Assumed knowledge
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None |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Siah Kim, siah.kim@sydney.edu.au |
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