Description:
This article discusses D-dimer assays
in relation to deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and explores the detection of DVT and
pulmonary embolisms (PE). The author also discusses the causes of increased D-dimer
and how best to use D-dimer assays.
Learning Objectives:
- Define DVT and PE
- Define D-Dimers
- Describe how DVT and PE are detected
Author(s):
David Plaut
Launched: 2007