This section of the SNOMED CT Release Files Specification provides details of the
structure and content of
files distributed by SNOMED International as part of the SNOMED CT International
Release. It is also the standard format in which producers of
SNOMED CT Extension are required to use when distributing their extensions to SNOMED International, other
Members and licenses
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The reference set files are defined in following subsections
The files specified by this section form part of SNOMED CT Release Format 2 (RF2)
- the standard release format for SNOMED CT since 2012. RF2 is a flexible, simple
stable format with support for robust versioning. It enables innovation through adaptations
to cater for changing requirements. This format is only mandated as a distribution
format for SNOMED CT International and SNOMED CT Extensions. Internal representation
of SNOMED CT resources within an application may vary provided it faithfully retains
the information represented in the release files.
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