Definition
The identification of a person as either male, female or unknown/unstated, as represented by a code.
Components
Data Element (this item)
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Data Element ConceptPerson: Sex/gender 0.1
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Object ClassPerson 0.1
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PropertySex/gender 0.1
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Value DomainSex/gender code 0.1
Representation
This representation is based on the value domain for this data element, more information is available at " Sex/gender code 0.1 ".| Data Type | String |
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| Format | A |
| Maximum character length | 1 |
| Value | Meaning | Start Date | End Date | |
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| Permissible Values | M | Male | ||
| F | Female | |||
| U | Unknown/unstated | |||
| X | Non-Binary |
Comments
Sex/gender refers to the variable GENDER in the DOMINO longitudinal data set.
Custom Fields
Information Class
- Demographics
Additional Attributes
| Slot name | Type | Value | Similar |
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| Guide for use | The data are collected as ‘sex’ but interpreted as ‘gender’. Values may change over time if an individual’s gender identity alters during their lifetime. |
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| Collection methods | Sex/gender information is collected and recorded to help verify the identity of individuals who claim, or are in receipt, of social security payments. |
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