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What is a D-dimer test? A D-dimer (Dd) test is a blood test that measures D-dimer, a protein fragment that your body makes when a blood clot dissolves in your body. Do is normally undetectable or only detectable at a very low level unless your body is forming and breaking down significant blood clots. A positive or elevated Dd test result may indicate a blood clotting condition, but doesn’t guarantee that you have one. A Dd test cannot reveal what type of clotting condition you have or where the clot is located in your body. Why do I need a Dd test? You may undergo a Dd test if you’re having symptoms of a blood clotting condition such as: •Deep vein thrombosis (DVT). •Pulmonary embolism (PE). •Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). •Stroke. ###