D-dimer is a byproduct of the blood clotting and breakdown process, serving as a marker of ongoing coagulation and fibrinolysis.[1][2][3] Circulating fibrinogen consists of 3 paired polypeptide …

5 days ago · A complete guide to the D-Dimer blood test—how it detects clots, result thresholds, post-surgery and pregnancy use, and affordable testing at Aster Labs.

Valued for its high sensitivity and negative predictive value, D-dimer testing is an indispensable tool in patients presenting in the outpatient setting with symptoms indicative of venous thromboembolism …

3 days ago · A prospective validation study showed that using a newer, higher D-dimer cutoff can safely rule out leg deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in a larger proportion of patients. This approach reduced the …

Jan 8, 2026 · Age-adjusted D-dimer cutoffs can safely rule out deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in many suspected cases, according to the ADJUST-DVT trial. For patients ages 50 and older with a nonhigh …

3 days ago · D-dimer elevation occurs in numerous thrombotic and non-thrombotic conditions, making it highly sensitive but poorly specific for venous thromboembolism. While D-dimer is excellent for …

Dec 1, 2025 · D-dimer is a commonly tested biological marker which is produced by the enzymatic breakdown of cross-linked fibrin which forms the fibrous mesh of a blood clot.

Explore the D Dimer Test, including its normal range, purpose, procedure, and how to interpret the results to detect blood clotting disorders and related conditions.

Aug 8, 2022 · D-dimer is a substance that comes from the breakdown of blood clots in the body. High D-dimer levels sometimes occur in conditions where blood clots are more likely to happen — such as …

May 7, 2025 · A dimer, derived from the Greek ‘di’ (two) and ‘meros’ (part), is a macromolecular complex formed by two monomers, which can be identical (homodimer) or non-identical (heterodimer), held …