"Our body creates substances to help heal and stay healthy. Among these is a protein called D-dimer, which is a small protein made when blood clots dissolve in the body. A D-dimer test checks for D-dimer levels in the blood. Blood clotting is an ess...

D-dimer test results typically range from less than 500 nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL) to around 2500 ng/mL. Normal levels vary based on age, gender, and the assay method used. Elevated levels may indicate conditions like deep vein thrombosis (DVT)...

A D-dimer report will usually give you a D-dimer value. This is what the D-dimer range looks like: Normal < 0.50mg/L Positive >0.50 mg/L Here are certain important considerations when comparing D-dimer values: The normal D-dimer range is below ...

"The D-dimer test requires the collection of a blood sample. This can be taken at any time of the day and does not require fasting. Test Preparation The test itself is rather simple and straightforward. The D-dimer blood test is not a fasting test a...