D-dimer Quantitative (IDEXX)
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Overview
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Method | Referral |
| Sample Comment | Citrated plasma |
| Turnaround Time | 2 Weeks |
| Species | Canine, Equine, Feline |
Shipping & Handling
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum Sample | 0.5 mL |
| Specimines Container | Blue top tube (citrate). Sample/anticoagulant ratio is critical - check tube label. |
| Shipping & Handling | Centrifuge, transfer plasma into a plain plastic tube or plastic syringe without needle attached - DO NOT use red top tube. Ship frozen, sample must arrive frozen. |
Additional Information
Interferences: Hemolysis, incorrect ratio of citrate to whole blood, clotted specimen, noncitrate anticoagulants.