D-Dimer Quantitative
| Test Name | D-Dimer Quantitative |
| Alternate Name(s) | |
| Laboratory Module | LAB |
| Ordering Mnemonic | DD |
| Specimen Type |
Sodium Citrate 3.2% - Plasma |
| Collection Container | Blue - 2.7 mL or 1.8 mL |
| Container Information |  |
| Collection Information | Tube must be full
Test may be added-on (AOT) to existing sample up to 4 hours after collection time. |
| Test Schedule |
24/7 |
| Routine Turnaround Time | Turnaround times are posted in DOCS/Laboratory Turn Around Times DOCS# 9580 |
| Stat Turnaround Time | |
| Reference Interval | |
| Critical Values | |
| Lab Process Notes |
Plasma samples are stable: 4 hours at 15-25°C 24 hours at 2-8°C 4 weeks at < 18°C if frozen within 4 hours of collection |
| Storage and Transport | Store refrigerated |
| Test Referred To | On-site, BGH Laboratory |
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