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Definition

Information that has been de-identified using a one-way encryption technique (hashing) to ensure that a person is not identifiable.

 

Representation

Data Type CHARACTERSTRING
Format X(100)
Maximum character length 100

Comments

De-identification means that a person’s identity is no longer apparent or cannot be reasonably ascertained from the information or data.

References

https://www.oaic.gov.au/privacy/guidance-and-advice/de-identification-and-the-privacy-act

https://www.ipc.nsw.gov.au/fact-sheet-de-identification-personal-information

 

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Relation Count
Data Elements implementing this Value Domain 12