I n clinical data management, a query refers to a request for clarification or additional information about data entered in a clinical trial database. Clinical data management involves the collection, validation, and storage of data generated during a clinical trial or research study. Queries play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the clinical data. When data inconsistencies, discrepancies, or missing information are identified during data review, data managers issue queries to the site personnel or data entry personnel responsible for entering the data. These queries are essentially questions or requests for clarification to resolve the data-related issues. Query management. In terms of clinical trials, a query is a request for clarification from trial sponsors to researchers. Such requests are made during data review, before database lock, and aimed at resolving errors and inconsistencies. The query management feature facilitates communicati...