D Dimer Test Treatment in India
About D Dimer Test
Key Highlights
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Quick and minimally invasive, requiring only a standard blood draw.High sensitivity makes it an excellent rule-out test for dangerous blood clots like DVT and PE.Provides rapid results, aiding in timely clinical decision-making.Performed and interpreted by specialized pathologists ensuring accuracy.Helps avoid unnecessary, more invasive imaging tests when results are negative.
Who is this surgery for?
- Suspected deep vein thrombosis (DVT), often presenting with leg pain, swelling, or redness.
- Suspected pulmonary embolism (PE), with symptoms like sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, or coughing up blood.
- Monitoring of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC).
- Evaluation of possible stroke caused by a thrombus.
- Pre-operative screening for patients at high risk of clotting disorders.
How to prepare
- Typically, no special preparation like fasting is required, but always follow your doctor's specific instructions.
- Inform your doctor about all medications, supplements, and herbal products you are taking.
- Wear a short-sleeved or loose-fitting shirt to facilitate easy access to your arm for the blood draw.
- Stay well-hydrated before the test, unless instructed otherwise.
Risks & possible complications
- The risks are minimal and identical to those of a standard blood draw.
- Slight pain, bruising, or bleeding at the needle puncture site.
- Very low risk of lightheadedness or fainting (vasovagal response).
- Extremely rare risk of infection or hematoma (larger bruise) at the site.
- Risk of a false-positive or false-negative result, which is why clinical correlation is essential.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is immediate. You can resume normal activities right after the blood draw.
- Apply gentle pressure with a cotton ball or bandage to the puncture site for a few minutes to stop any bleeding.
- Keep the bandage on for a short while as advised by the phlebotomist.
- If you feel dizzy, sit or lie down until the feeling passes.
- Your doctor will discuss the results with you and plan any necessary next steps, which may include further testing.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
0 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering d dimer test in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with pathology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform d dimer test. MediFyr helps you compare pathologist specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for d dimer test compare across other countries where we have data.
Anika Brown, a 42-year-old single mother...
Anika Brown, a 42-year-old single mother and office manager, had been experiencing persistent, sharp chest pain and shortness of breath for two days. Her father had a history of blood clots, which worried her. Her primary care physician, concerned about a possible pulmonary embolism, recommended a D-Dimer test as a first-line screening tool. Anika went to the lab, where a phlebotomist explained the simple blood draw. She felt anxious, fearing a positive result would mean a serious condition and time off work. The test came back negative, ruling out a significant clot. The immense relief was overwhelming; she cried with gratitude. Further tests diagnosed costochondritis (inflammation of the chest wall). Her emotional journey shifted from fear of a life-threatening illness to manageable concern and finally to profound relief, allowing her to focus on her recovery and caring for her children.
Pathologist Specialists for D Dimer Test
Explore experienced pathologist specialists who regularly perform d dimer test and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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