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Term: Q1/Q5 Ratio
Glossary Definition
Last Updated: 2005-12-13
Definition:
Ratio used to represent the difference in a variable (e.g. provision or use of medical services, health status) between the wealthiest (Q5) and poorest (Q1) income quintiles. A ratio of 1 signifies the lack of difference between the two quintiles.
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- Roos LL, Traverse D, Turner D. Delivering prevention: the role of public programs in delivering care to high-risk populations. Med Care 1999;37(6 Suppl):JS264-JS278. [Abstract] (View)
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