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Variable: LINE_HCT_HGB_RSLT_NUM

Hematocrit / Hemoglobin Test Results

Description

This is the laboratory value for the most recent hematocrit or hemoglobin reading on the non-institutional claim.

Comment

This variable became effective 9/1/2008 to comply with CR# 5699. There is a variable to indicate the type of test - whether hematocrit or hemoglobin (variable called LINE_HCT_HGB_TYPE_CD).

Values

n/a

Other Info

Some additional information on this variable:

  • Short Name: HCTHGBRS
  • Long Name: LINE_HCT_HGB_RSLT_NUM
  • Type: NUM
  • Length: 4
  • Source: NCH
  • Value Format:

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