No, Vibrant currently does not offer D-dimer testing.
D-dimer tests are used to help rule out the presence of an inappropriate blood clot, as seen in conditions such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), or stroke. This test is typically used in more acute settings to rule out clotting as the cause of symptoms.
The closest test we offer related to clotting are platelets, which are essential for normal blood clotting, and are measured on the CBC panel. An excess of platelets (thrombocytosis) can cause excessive clotting and is usually the result of an existing condition, such as anemia, cancer, IBD, RA, infectious diseases.
If interested in assessing risk for blood clots, Vibrant offers Factor V Leiden and Factor II (prothrombin) on the test menu. These are genetic factors that increase the risk of blood clots.
