Authors: Richard N. Fogoros, MD

The D-dimer test is a blood test that indicates whether blood clots are being actively formed somewhere within a person’s vascular system. This test is most often helpful in the diagnosis of pulmonary embolus and deep vein thrombosis, but it can also be useful in diagnosing other medical conditions in which blood clots play a role.

However, there are limitations to the D-dimer test, and it can be tricky to evaluate the results. In order to avoid being misled by it, doctors need to make sure they are using this test at the appropriate times and must take due care in interpreting the results.

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