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Mathematical Concepts > Probability > Risk > Logistic Models

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Logistic Models  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

Entry terms

  • Logistic Model
  • Model, Logistic
  • Models, Logistic

Note

  • usually NIM

Scope note

  • Statistical models which describe the relationship between a qualitative dependent variable (that is, one which can take only certain discrete values, such as the presence or absence of a disease) and an independent variable. A common application is in epidemiology for estimating an individual's risk (probability of a disease) as a function of a given risk factor.

History note

  • 90

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D016015

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