An 'X' indicates the category is available for that sample
Code
Label
89
88
0
NIU
X
X
1
No
X
X
2
Yes
X
X
6
Plan test, why unknown
X
X
7
Unknown-refused
X
·
8
Unknown-not ascertained
X
X
9
Unknown-don't know
X
X
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Description
For sample persons aged 18 and over who expect to have a blood test for the AIDS virus infection in the next twelve months, ATRNYBLOD reports if the respondent expects to have the blood test as part of a blood donation.
Comparability
There are no comparability issues with this variable. Changes in survey design (e.g. quarters or subsamples) affect raw frequencies but do not affect comparability between samples. As always, data users should apply prescribed IPUMS NHIS weights.
Universe
1988: Sample persons age 18+in quarters 2 through 4 who have heard of blood test for AIDS virus infection and expect to have blood test for AIDS in next 12 months.
1989: Sample persons age 18+ who have heard of blood test for AIDS virus infection and expect to have blood test for AIDS in next 12 months.
