Why Is the D-Dimer Test Not Routinely Performed on Hospital

question 16

Multiple Choice

Why is the D-dimer test not routinely performed on hospital inpatients suspected of having pulmonary emboli?

• A) A high D-dimer only suggests the presence of comorbidities.
• B) A low D-dimer is associated with immunodepression.
• C) It loses sensitivity if numerous blood tests have been performed.
• D) The cost is prohibitive.

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