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Evidence checklist

Renal Cell Carcinoma (Kidney Cancer)

DC 752838 CFR § 4.115bGenitourinary

Evidence strength

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Saved locally
01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 1 collected
Oncology/urology records documenting staging and treatmentCritical

Records documenting TNM staging, treatment (nephrectomy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy), and response.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Diagnostic tests and lab results

0 of 2 collected
Pathology report confirming renal cell carcinomaCritical

Surgical pathology or biopsy report confirming RCC diagnosis, cell type, and stage.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
CT/MRI imaging documenting tumor and staging

Cross-sectional imaging used for staging and treatment planning.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
03

Lay statements

0 of 2 collected
Buddy statement from spouse, family, or fellow service member

A written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
Personal statement describing symptoms and functional impact

Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
04

Service records

0 of 2 collected
Documentation of toxic exposure (presumptive basis under PACT Act)Critical

Records establishing qualifying toxic exposure (burn pits, Agent Orange, etc.) that supports a presumptive service connection for RCC.

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180
Service treatment records (STRs)Critical

Military medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180
Condition guideRating criteria and what VA looks forBuddy statement builderGuided VA Form 21-10210

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