Fibrin Degradation Product, D-Dimer

May be stored at 4 °C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20 °C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.

Recognizes human D-dimer (DD), a specific degradation product of cross-linked fibrin, as well as a high molecular weight fibrin degradation products. Does not crossreact with D-monomer and fibrinogen.