This statement is false. While elevated D-dimer levels can suggest a pulmonary embolus, they are not diagnostic by themselves as they can also be elevated in other conditions such as pregnancy, recent surgery, or inflammation. Therefore, further diagnostic testing, such as imaging studies, is often required to confirm the presence of a pulmonary embolus.
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What are D-dimer levels and how are they related to pulmonary embolism?
What conditions can cause elevated D-dimer levels aside from pulmonary embolism?
What additional tests may be performed if D-dimer levels are elevated?
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BCEN Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) /
Respiratory Emergencies
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