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This is the AJCC "N" component that is derived from coded fields, using the CS algorithm, effective with 2004 diagnosis. CS is a group of data items set up by a joint task force including representatives from SEER, ACoS, CDC, NAACCR, NCRA, and AJCC, designed to provide a single uniform set of codes and rules for coding EOD/ stage information to meet the needs of all of the participating standard setters. CS incorporates all of the fields from SEER 10-digit EOD, in a modified form, and adds several additional fields. When CS data items are coded, a computer algorithm allows generation of AJCC Sixth Edition TNM stage, SEER Summary Stage 1977, and SEER Summary Stage 2000. Separate CS fields are provided in the NAACCR record for these outputs. The Storage Code column is the value to be stored in the NAACCR record. The 2-character numeric Storage Codes are designed for analysis purposes. The Display String is the corresponding label that should be displayed on the screen or in a report. The meaning of these strings is explained for each site in the AJCC Manual. .. NAACCR Data Standards and Data Dictionary Version 11

AJCC; CA; Derived AJCC N; Identity or presence; Misc; Miscellaneous; Nominal; Oncology; Other; Point in time; Random; Spec; To be specified in another part of the message; TUMOR REGISTRY(NAACCR); Unspecified