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D-Dimer Quantitative, Plasma

Test Code
DDIMQ


CPT Codes
85378

Instructions
Draw a full, light blue-top (3.2% sodium citrate) tube. Invert several times to mix blood.


Transport Container
Light Blue Top


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Clotted blood is not acceptable


Methodology
Automated Quantitative Test/Immuno-turbidimetric

Reference Range
<1.6 mg/L. Cutoff Value >/= 1.6 mg/L suggest potential venous thromboembolism (Deep Vein Thrombosis or Pulmonary Embolism).


Clinical Significance
Aids in diagnosis of deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism disease.




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.