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Periotron Version 2.52
(DOS/Windows 3.x)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is MLConvrt and How Do I Use It?
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MLConvrt is a
companion computer program to Periotron Version 2.52. It will:
Create a standard curve by fitting a 4th order polynomial for each of the
three types of paper used (PerioPaper, PerioCol and SialoPaper).
Read a patient file and using the coefficients generated from the
polynomial, convert Periotron Scores into volume expressed as microliters
(ml). The data is automatically saved to a file in the \PERIO\PATIENTS
directory with the same patient file name. PerioPaper conversions will have
an extension of .PER, PerioCol paper conversions will have .COL extension
and SialoPaper with an extension of .SIA. These files may be read by any
program capable of reading comma delimited files.
Starting MLConvrt
You may start MLConvrt at the DOS prompt by changing to the \PERIO directory
and typing MLCONVRT, or by using Windows 3.x File Manager and clicking on
MLCONVRT.MLConvrt opens by giving the user the
option of fitting a standard curve or converting Periotron Scores to
microliters. Please be aware a standard curve must be fitted prior to volume
conversions. Please see the article on Periotron Calibration. |
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Maximum
allowable volumes (in mls)
for the paper types are as follows:
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| PerioPaper |
0.70
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| PerioCol Paper |
1.25
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| SialoPaper |
3.00
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Note:
MLConvrt will not convert any Periotron Scores outside of these ranges.
Using MLConvrt
Available files are displayed in a LIST FILE box. To select a particular
patient file, that file must be entered into the INPUT FILE box. This may be
done by using a mouse or by keystrokes. Since DOS and Windows 3.x supports
multiple directories, it might be necessary to change to the directory where
the patient file has been saved.
Patient files are selected by clicking on the file name or by pressing
ENTER. The TAB key will move the cursor from field to field. Fields may be
accessed directly by holding the ALT key in combination with the highlighted
letter in the field caption.
When the desired file has been selected, press or click OK to begin volume
conversion. The results are displayed. Answer YES if a printout is desired. |
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