When coding from the neoplasm table, the term primary refers to the condition as
A) a neoplasm that is considered non-invasive.
B) a slow-growing, benign tumor.
C) the main diagnosis.
D) the metastasized diagnosis.

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The term "primary" in the context of coding from the neoplasm table refers to the condition being the main diagnosis or the original site of the cancer before it potentially spreads (metastasizes) to other parts of the body.

When Coding from the Neoplasm Table, the Term Primary Refers