D-Dimer, P (MAYO)

Test Code

1230401752

Alias/See Also

LAB9315: D-Dimer, P | MAYO EAP: DIRM

CPT Codes
85379x1, 85384x1

Preferred Specimen

MAYO LAB: LT BLUE TOP-CITRATE (Frozen) Min Vol: 3

Instructions

Adults: 3 full tubes 2.7 mL pale blue tube or coag tube *Pediatric minimum : 1 full 2.7 mL pale blue tube*

Transport Temperature

SPECIMEN TYPE: Platelet-poor plasma Collection Container/Tube: Light-blue top (citrate) Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vials Specimen Volume: 3 mL in 3 plastic vials each containing 1 mL Collection Instructions: 1. Specimen must be drawn prior to factor replacement therapy. 2. Spin down, remove plasma, and spin plasma again. 3. Freeze specimens immediately at < or =-40 degrees C, if possible. 4. Send specimens in the same shipping container. Additional Information: 1. Double-centrifuged specimen is critical for accurate results as platelet contamination may cause spurious results. 2. If priority specimen, mark request form, give reason, and request a call-back. 3. Each coagulation assay requested should have its own vial. SPECIMEN MINIMUM VOLUME: 2ML SHIP FROZEN

Report Available

MAYO LAB
STAT: 5760 min
Routine: 5760 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: 5760 min
Life or Death: 5760 min

Last Updated: March 6, 2023

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