Computed Field~

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Computed Field
This field takes data from other fields and performs a predetermined mathematical function (e.g., adding two columns together). You will not, however, see the results of the mathematical calculation in the file. Only when you are printing or displaying information on the screen will you see the results for this type of field.


Source: Laboratory V. 5.2 Anatomic Pathology User Manual


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Computed Field
This field takes data from other fields and performs a predetermined mathematical function (e.g., adding two columns together). You will not, however, see the results of the mathematical calculation in the file. Only when you are printing or displaying information on the screen will you see the results for this type of field.


Source: Laboratory V. 5.2 Technical Manual


This is a Glossary term from the VistA Documentation Library