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How reliable is a ddimer for pe? im having severe back pain with pressure in my chest, top of stomach & trouble getting a deep breath. ekg, chest xray & ddimer done. ddimer seemed to only take 30 minutes was negative. told i am low risk to start?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

A normal D-dimer can be used to rule out pulmonary embolism (PE) in patients with a low or intermediate probability of PE.

Answered 11/3/2022

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A negative D-dimer in a low risk person rules out PE. A positive D-dimer is not diagnostic of PE. A negative result is more reliable.

Answered 11/3/2022

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