[Coding/Location] Dd

Aliases

Dd
unusual detail
infrequent detail location

Definition

Dd is used when the response is based on an infrequently used blot detail. The code indicates uncommon area selection, not automatically unusual content or pathology.

Conditions

The response is localized to an area used relatively infrequently by respondents.
The area is confirmed on the location sheet or in inquiry.
The response does not qualify as whole-blot or common-detail coding.

Cautions

Dd should not be assigned only because the area is small. The real issue is uncommon use.
If white space is integrated with the uncommon detail, use scoring-input/location/DdS.
Dd has to be read in pattern, not in isolation.

Cross References

[Coding/Location] DdS
[Coding/Location] D
[Coding/Location] W
[Interpretation/Upper Section] Dd

Evidence Note

Detailed source comparisons remain in the internal provenance note.