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    What is D-Dimer?

    D-dimer is a specific degradation product released into the circulation when cross-linked fibrin undergoes endogenous fibrinolysis.

    Also Read: APTT
    What is the D-dimer test?

    The D-dimer test is useful to rule out the presence of blood clots in circulation.

    What is the average value of the D-dimer test?

    The normal value of Didimer is Less than 0.5ug/mL (0.5mg/L).

    Why D-dimer test is done?

    A D-dimer test is usually done to rule out blood clotting disorders like:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Myocardial infarction
    • Stroke
    • Disseminated intravascular coagulation
    What symptoms indicate the blood clotting disorder?
    • Oedema of legs
    • Pain in the legs
    • Discolouration of the skin of limbs
    • Chest pain
    • Cough
    • Difficult breathing
    • Fainting etc.
    What does it mean if the D-dimer is high?

    An elevated D-dimer is of limited value, as may be raised in a variety of conditions including:

    • Pulmonary embolism
    • Myocardial infarction
    • Pneumonia
    • sepsis
    What does it mean if the D-dimer is low?

    Low levels ( <0.5 ug/mL), particularly where clinical risk is low, have a high negative predictive value and further investigation is usually unnecessary.

    What investigation is required again if the D-dimer is abnormal?

    D-dimer usually comes higher in blood clotting disorders. But for the confirmation imaging tests are required.

    • Imaging tests include:
    • Doppler ultrasound
    • CT angiography
    • Lung ventilation Perfusion.

    D-Dimer Test

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