Date-time group

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Date-time group

The Date-time group (DTG) is a set of alphanumeric characters, specifically designed to represent a specific date and time. It is commonly used in various fields, including medicine, military, aviation, and computing.

Pronunciation

  • Date-time group: /ˈdeɪt taɪm ˈgruːp/

Etymology

The term "Date-time group" is a compound noun, derived from the English words "date", "time", and "group". The term is used to denote a specific format of representing date and time.

Usage

In the medical field, the Date-time group is used to record the exact date and time of medical events, such as the onset of symptoms, administration of medication, or surgical procedures. This allows for precise tracking and documentation of patient care.

Format

The standard format for the Date-time group is DDHHMMZ MON YY.

  • DD: Day of the month (01-31)
  • HH: Hour of the day (00-23)
  • MM: Minute of the hour (00-59)
  • Z: Zulu time (Greenwich Mean Time)
  • MON: Three-letter abbreviation for the month (JAN, FEB, MAR, etc.)
  • YY: Last two digits of the year

Related Terms

  • Zulu Time: The time at the Prime Meridian (0° longitude), used as a worldwide reference for timekeeping.
  • Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): The mean solar time at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, London, counted from midnight, used by the military and aviation.
  • Coordinated Universal Time (UTC): The primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks and time.

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