Defining Units of Measure

 

A Unit of Measure is required when specifying a Characteristic. Different Units of Measure cannot be compared but are required for user reference when entering and reviewing data.

1.     Select the Variable tab.

2.     Click Units of Measure.

A list of the existing UoMs is displayed.

3.     Click the add button ().

The Units of Measure creation window opens.

4.     Enter a description and code.

5.     Enter an abbreviation (e.g. Kilogram would be kg).

6.     Click OK.

The UoM is added to the list.