Fibrin Degradation Product, D-Dimer

May be stored at 4 °C. For long-term storage, aliquot and store at 4 °C. Do not freeze. Aliquots are stable for at least 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.

Recognizes human fragment D-dimer of cross-linked fibrin. Reacts equally well with fragment D of noncross-linked fibrin. Minor reactivity with fragment D of fibrinogen or with fibrinogen has been observed. Does not cross-react with rabbit fibrin or its degradation products.