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HelpCatalog ID D-dimer D-Dimer
CPOE Test Name
D-dimer Quantitative
Synonyms
D-dimer; D-dimer Quant; Cross-Linked Fibrin Derivatives
Specimen Type
Plasma
Specimen Requirements
Light Blue Top (Sodium Citrate) tube; 2.7 mL blood
Storage and Transport
Room temperature
Special Instructions
Always allow blue top/citrate tubes to fill completely. Gently mix 8-10 times post collection.
Causes for Rejection
Improper container; specimen clotted or hemolyzed; insufficient volume; improper labeling; not on ice or delayed in transport
Reference Range
0-230ng/mL (D-DU)
Critical Values
>230ng/mL (D-DU)
Turn Around Time
1 hour
Performing Lab
Core Laboratory BI 2023 721-2120
CPT/HCPCS Code
85379
CPT / HCPCS Code
85379