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The symptom component of the SCAT, which involves comparing current to baseline symptoms, has been shown to be the most predictive component for concussion diagnosis. Because the clinical comparison of symptom report to baseline is a key determinant of concussion diagnosis, this study aims to explore the relationship between symptoms endorsement at baseline and during HIA. Mean and standard deviation (SD) or median and interquartile ranges (IQR) are presented along with relevant bivariate analyses. Logistic regressions compared proportions of symptom endorsement profiles between men and women. At baseline, \u2018Trouble sleeping\u2019 and \u2018Fatigue or low energy\u2019 were commonly reported symptoms for men and women. At baseline, women (mean\u00a0+\u00a0SD) reported more symptoms than men (mean\u00a0+\u00a0SD) on average. 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