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Codes and Frequencies
Description
ORALCAVEXAM indicates whether the respondent has ever had an oral cavity exam.
Comparability — Index
GENERAL |
India |
Comparability
Along with universe differences and differences in question wording, ORALCAVEXAM has differences that may influence comparability. See below.
Comparability - Standard DHS
ORALCAVEXAM is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.
Comparability — India [top]
The 2019 India survey asks if the female respondent has "ever undergone an oral cavity examination for oral cancer."
Universe
- India 2015: All women age 15-49.
- India 2019: Women age 15-49 who were present for and completed biomarker unit testing.