> ## AudBase background

> The AudBase program is built around a relational database kernel originally designed to support clinical surgical trials in the medical field. The AudBase kernel can be customized to meet the needs of different specialties. For more information, e-mail Tech_Support@SiennaSoftwareInc.com.

> Since AudBase was developed for use as a clinical and a research tool, the term "subject" is used rather than "patient" both in the software's interface and throughout this Help system.

> #### Overview of Help topics

> Below you will find an overview of topics in Audbase Help.

> Getting started gives you instructions on how to set up the program and what to do the first time you open AudBase.

> Providers and Clinical Groups explains these two concepts that are central to setting up AudBase and running multi-site clinical trials, and shows how to enter records for both.

> Data Entry shows you how to enter or modify information about subjects, treatments and other study facets.

> Audiogram and Tympanogram , Audiogram/Tympanogram details the AudBase feature that allows you to enter audiometric readings into the database, both manually and using a serial port for upload.

> Searching explains how to find data, which is integral to many other functions of the program.

> Exporting and Reporting describes how to extract information from the database for use in other programs. It also explains numerous built-in reports and how to use the built-in word processor.

> Preferences details the program's user-modifiable features.

> Administrator Functions covers several features available to the administrator, including importing and exporting shared data in the controlled, confidential manner required for clinical studies.

> AudBase Server is an overview of how to set up the program in a client-server environment.

> Troubleshooting gives you tips on solving problems that may crop up.