Advanced Diagnostic Laboratories

Performed

Monday - Friday

Methodology

Fluorescence Immunoassay (FIA)

Reported

1 hour STAT or routine

Lab Department

Core Lab

Synonyms

Flourescence Immunoassay (D-Dimer);NJDIME

Interpretive Data

A cutoff of 100 ng/mL has been determined to be the lowest detectable concentration that is distinguishable from zero. An elevated D-Dimer can be linked to patients with venous thromboembolism, including Pulmonary Embolism (PE) and Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT). The results of the D-Dimer test should be evaluated in context with all available clinical and laboratory data. The inclusion of this statement is mandated by the College of American Pathologists (HEM.23575).

CPT Code

85379