Editing Scanco User Instructions (section)

===µCT Samples===
The µCT-Samples program is used to register new samples to be scanned and update sample names (e.g., to correct a sample name). To start the program type <code>$ uct_sample</code> in a DEC terminal, or use the sample button.

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#'''Prepare Sample Names''' according to [[Scanco_User_Instructions#Sample_Name_Convention|'''Sample Name Convention''']]
#'''Register Sample Names'''
#*Create a new sample by clicking “New” and typing in your sample name where it says “Name.” “Save” the sample.
#*You are now given a sample number. Record the sample number on the log sheet.
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#'''Create Additional Sample Names Using Copy and Paste'''
#*If you have many samples to register, you can copy and paste part of the sample name you just created. Highlight the part of the sample name you want to copy by holding down the left mouse button while dragging the mouse, then release the mouse button.
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#*Paste the highlighted text into a DEC terminal by pressing the middle mouse button.  Now highlight the text in the DEC term.
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#*Go back to the µCT-sample window, click "New", and paste the information next to "Name" using the middle mouse button. Update the name as required and "Save."
#'''Add Additional Sample Details'''
#*When a patient comes in for their first scan, you need to update their sample with their date of birth, sex, and hand/foot dominance.  
#*Use the "Find..." button to search for a sample that has already been registered.  You can search by sample number or by project name (e.g., CAMOS).
#*Date of birth:   DD/MMM/YYYY. Example:  14/JAN/1951
#*Remarks:  include the sex and hand/foot dominance. Example:  F-RHRF for female that is right hand dominant and right foot dominant


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