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What Causes Elevated D-Dimer Level?
After going to the Dr. for left leg pain, I was given a D-Dimer blood test. My D-Dimer level was elevated. I was sent to the ER for a repeat D-Dimer test, which was also elevated. I was given ultrasound and CT Scan, which both were normal. I was diagnosed with elevated d-dimer, bronchitis and dehydration. I was also told that there were issues with my lungs and kidneys.
Thu, 12 Nov 2015
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D dimer can be elevated in different conditions such as inflammatory processes, trauma, liver or heart disease.
The CT scan would have ruled out a clot to the lungs which is the main concern in a person with unilateral leg pain.
You may need further tests to check the kidneys and lungs.
I hope this helps
D dimer can be elevated in different conditions such as inflammatory processes, trauma, liver or heart disease.
The CT scan would have ruled out a clot to the lungs which is the main concern in a person with unilateral leg pain.
You may need further tests to check the kidneys and lungs.
I hope this helps
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