036 Original Study Number for Computer Data Files

Field definition and scope:

Field 036 contains the original study number assigned to a computer data file by the producer. This is an identification number for a data file, often assigned when the file was created and possibly embedded in the file as part of the recorded data. Archival identification or order numbers assigned by a distributor are recorded in field 037 (Source of Acquisition).

The introductory phrase Original study: may be generated based on the field tag.

The National level record requirement for this field is Optional.

Field 036 is NOT repeatable.

Guidelines for applying content designators:

For indicator and subfield code definitions and examples, National-level (NLR) and Minimal-level (MLR) record requirements, and designator repeatability, see table below:

Position	Description	NLR	MLR	Repeatability
Field 036	Original Study Number for Computer Data Files	O	O	NR
Indicator:
First	Undefined; contains a blank	M
Second	Undefined; contains a blank	M

Subfield code:
$a	Original study number	M	O	NR
$b	Source (agency assigning number)	A	O	NR
$6	Linkage	A	O	NR
$8	Field link and sequence number	O	O	R

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