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D-Dimer

Message
Stability 4 hours at room temperature; add on 24 hours, if specimen refrigerated


Test Code
DDIM


Preferred Specimen
1 mL Blue Sodium Citrate Top Tube


Instructions
"If testing is not completed within 4 hours or if shipment is required, the plasma may be stored frozen at -18 C or below for up to 4 weeks
Testing Frequency: 24/7"


Transport Container
BLUE, Na Citrate


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: 24 hours if refrigerated


Methodology
Particle-enhanced, immunoturbidimetric for quantitative determination of cross-linked fibrin degradation products (D-dimer)

Reference Range
"M Up to 999 Years 0.19 - 0.52 mg/L FEU
F Up to 999 Years 0.19 - 0.52 mg/L FEU"




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.