NAACCR XML: Tumor.industrySource
Description
Code that best describes the source of industry information provided on this patient. This is a central cancer registry data item (i.e., codes should be applied by a central or regional registry rather than collected from reporting facilities).
Rationale
Industry information may come from a variety of sources. The most valid and reliable source of industry information for patients has not yet been determined.
Codes
| 0 |
Unknown industry/no industry available |
| 1 |
Reporting facility records |
| 2 |
Death certificate |
| 3 |
Interview |
| 7 |
Other source |
| 8 |
Not applicable, patient less than 14 years of age at diagnosis |
| 9 |
Unknown source |
| Blank |
Not collected |