Normal range: < 0.5 μg/ml
Comment: The D –Dimer
test detects the cross-linked fibrin degradation fragment, D-dimer. A positive D-dimer result is presumptive evidence for disseminated intravascular coagulopathy (DIC) or other intravascular thrombosis. It may also be elevated in pregnancy (especially postpartum period); malignancy; surgery
Sample: Citrated Plasma, Fresh