Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) Profile,
Comprehensive
This test
is used to identify the presence of and follow the course of disseminated
intravascular coagulation (DIC), including abnormalities in platelet count,
fibrinogen, fibrin split products and fibrinolytic activity.
Disseminated
intravascular coagulation (DIC) is an acquired disorder that typically occurs
secondary to an underlying condition. DIC can develop secondary to conditions
including obstetric accidents (placental abruption, septic abortion), intravascular
hemolysis (transfusion reactions), septicemia, viremia, metastatic malignancy,
leukemia, burns, severe trauma, acute liver disease, prosthetic devices, and
vascular disorders. Low grade DIC can also be observed in cardiovascular,
autoimmune, renal vascular, hematologic, and inflammatory disorders. DIC occurs
when the normal hemostatic balance is disrupted as the result of a systemic
activation of the procoagulant and fibrinolytic systems.
A significant
deviation from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
Private MD Lab Services
offers the following comprehensive profile for Disseminated Intravascular
Coagulation:
