A patient with a coagulation disorder is found to have elevated levels of D-dimer, what does this indicate?

A Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)
B Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
C Pulmonary embolism (PE)
D All of the above ✓

Explanation

Elevated levels of D-dimer indicate the presence of fibrin degradation products, which can be seen in various coagulation disorders, including DIC, DVT, and PE.

Source

Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine
Hematology Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Easy MEDICAL Confidence: high