Methodology
Turbidimetric Immunoassay
Synonyms
Ddi;DDimer; D Dimer
Specimen Type
Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD Coagulation
Epic ID
LAB313
Lab Test Days
As received
Standard TAT
4 Hours
Stat TAT
1 Hour
Collection Information
Specimen Required
(one) 1.8 mL or (one) 2.7 mL Blood
Container Type
Light Blue (Sodium Citrate)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=8 Hours; Refrigerated=Unacceptable; Frozen=2 Months
Test Volume Required
0.8 mL Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.4 mL Plasma
Processing Instructions
Check for clots, fill level and separate plasma immediately.
CPT Codes
80053
Revised
04-13-20
Initials
SL
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