D – DIMER, QUANTITATIVE
| This assay is useful in the diagnosis of intravascular coagulation and fibrinolysis / DIC. It also has negative predictive value in excluding the diagnosis of Pulmonary embolism or Deep vein Thrombosis particularly when this assay is combined with clinical information. D-Dimer levels are increased in DIC / Intravascular coagulation, recent bleeding, hematoma, trauma, surgical operation and thromboembolism. High levels may also be seen in liver disease and malignancy |
Pre-test Information : Overnight fasting is preferred. Give brief clinical history |
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Report Delivery : SAME DAY |
D – DIMER, QUANTITATIVE
| Test Code | D-02 |
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| Test Description | **D – DIMER, QUANTITATIVE |
| Clinical Category | THROMBOEMBOLIC DISORDERS |
| Sample | 3 mL Whole blood in Sodium Citrate tube |
| Method/Technology | Immunoturbidimetry |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | DAILY |