Now that you know what question(s) to ask, the next step is systematically searching for relevant and valid information and data to help answer the question.
Anyone can do a quick Internet search and gather information on various subjects, but that does not necessarily mean that the articles are relevant or reliable. Specific search engines are available that are tailored toward academic inquiry. These engines help sort the "wheat from the chaff," providing more robust references and articles. Some examples are listed below.
Note: We will revisit the search and assessment steps once we finish outlining the process.
Examples of Search Engines:
Examples of Reliable Resource Sites:
- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- College of American Pathologists (CAP)
- Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- Department of Health for your state or others
- Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
- American Heart Association (AHA)
