Sex, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity Measurement in Health Research: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis.

ABSTRACT: Purpose: Toward the goal of developing standardized sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity (SSOGI) measures that can be used across demographics and regions, this review aimed to synthesize and summarize how SSOGI have been assessed within health research, including the quality and validity of these measures. Methods: We conducted a systematic review of peer-reviewed research developing or evaluating SSOGI measures in PubMed, PsycInfo, CINAHL, and Health and Psychosocial Instruments bibliographic databases. Eligible studies reported original peer-reviewed research focused on SSOGI measurement in adult populations in the United States from 2012 through June 7, 2022. In consultation with librarians, search results were screened for inclusion using an innovat

SUBMITTER: Rich AJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12490734 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug-Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature