HomeLab TestD - Dimer
Overview
"Our body creates substances to help heal and stay healthy. Among these is a protein called D-dimer, which is a small protein made when blood clots dissolve in the body. A D-dimer test checks for D-dimer levels in the blood.
Blood clotting is an ess...
Risk assessment
Thrombosis, Pulmonary embolism, Stroke, Disseminated intravascular coagulation, COVID-19
Ranges
D-dimer test results typically range from less than 500 nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL) to around 2500 ng/mL. Normal levels vary based on age, gender, and the assay method used. Elevated levels may indicate conditions like deep vein thrombosis (DVT)...
Test result interpretation
A D-dimer report will usually give you a D-dimer value. This is what the D-dimer range looks like:
Normal
< 0.50mg/L
Positive
>0.50 mg/L
Here are certain important considerations when comparing D-dimer values:
The normal D-dimer range is below ...
Sample types
"The D-dimer test requires the collection of a blood sample. This can be taken at any time of the day and does not require fasting.
Test Preparation
The test itself is rather simple and straightforward. The D-dimer blood test is not a fasting test a...
Frequently Asked Questions
8. Can medications affect D-Dimer levels?
3. How is the D-Dimer test performed?
2. Why is the D-Dimer test done?
1. What is a D-Dimer?
10. Is fasting required before a D-Dimer test?
4. What do high D-Dimer levels indicate?
5. Can a D-Dimer test have false positives or negatives?
6. What are the normal levels of D-Dimer?
7. How long does it take to get D-Dimer test results?
9. What should I do if my D-Dimer levels are elevated?
D - Dimer
Exploring Fibrin Degradation for Comprehensive Assessment of Thrombotic Disorders
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Sample Type:
blood
Fasting Required:
No
Description
Having a high D-dimer level in your blood can be a sign of a blood clotting disorder since the level of D-dimer can rise greatly when there's significant formation and breakdown of blood clots in your body.