Above the range
Common causes of a high D-Dimer
- Venous thromboembolism (DVT/PE)
- DIC
- Recent surgery or trauma
- Pregnancy and advanced age
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Above the range
What causes a high D-Dimer?
Normal range < 0.5 (negative) µg/mL FEU (< 0.5 mg/L FEU SI). Specimen: Plasma (sodium citrate). See the full D-Dimer reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.
What is the normal range for D-Dimer?
The standard teaching reference range for D-Dimer is < 0.5 (negative) µg/mL FEU in conventional units, or < 0.5 mg/L FEU in SI units. This value is measured in plasma (sodium citrate).
| Specimen | Plasma (sodium citrate) |
|---|---|
| Conventional range | < 0.5 (negative) µg/mL FEU |
| SI range | < 0.5 mg/L FEU |
| Panel | Coagulation Studies |
Full details, including nursing considerations, on the D-Dimer normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.
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