Importance of D-dimer test in COVID-19
Posted By HealthcareOnTime
Posted on 2021-05-23
There is a strong correlation between D-Dimer Test and COVID-19 virus. COVID-19 virus results in new and rare symptoms like blood coagulation, during which case, tests like D-Dimer are needed.
This test is useful for monitoring the patient's progression to Covid-19 related cytokine storm and help in timely medical intervention to minimize fatality.
The test shows the presence of clots within the body once COVID becomes serious.
The recently published IFCC Guidelines on COVID-19 strongly suggest D-Dimer testing in patients with COVID-19.
Which lab does d-dimer test ?
D-dimer test is done in Thyrocare lab - The World's largest Diagnostic centre and Pathology lab in India with a focus on providing quality preventive healthcare services at affordable costs.
Conclusion: An elevated blood level of D-dimer indicates that active blood clotting is taking place when affected with COVID-19 virus.
