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Does iv antibiotics such as ceftriaxone affect d dimer tests/levels?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No: as far as I am aware these tests for clotting issues are not affected by simultaneous administration of IV antibiotics! HOWEVER I would refer you to the physician who ordered the testing! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 1/23/2016

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