AN OVERVIEW
About CRP CBC D-Dimer Test
Why is the CRP CBC D-Dimer test done?
CBC stands for a complete blood count. CRP stands for C-reactive protein, and D-Dimer stands for fibrin degradation fragment. These tests can be done individually, collectively, or opted to be part of a larger and more detailed healthcare package.
The CRP-CBC-C-Dimer test forms a comprehensive healthcare package that can monitor the health of the blood along with checking for any infections or lung disorders. The probability of a clot can be detected using this package and currently, this package is used to monitor post-covid symptoms and progress made by the patient in terms of total recovery.
People who have suffered from infections or pulmonary embolism are also requested to get this comprehensive test done. Cancer patients who are undergoing chemotherapy are also requested to get these biomarker tests done for monitoring the progression of the disease and the effectiveness of medications and treatment.
Apart from the above-mentioned conditions, this package is also advised for people suffering from:
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Hemoptysis
- Pneumonia
What does the CRP CBC D-Dimer test measure?
The CBC D Dimer CRP test in Chandigarh is offered to people who are looking for tests that act as a screening and monitoring package. Each test measures certain factors that are collectively comprehended by doctors to provide a detailed prognosis.
The CBC or complete blood count checks the blood cells and associated factors to estimate if the patient is suffering from any infections or conditions that cause them to feel anemic or become sick frequently. The test is also done to check if medications are working properly or changes are required.
The CRP or C-reactive protein is produced in the liver when the body suffered from inflammation. There can be a broader description of inflammation with regard to the presence of CRP in the blood.
The D-dimer is a protein fragment that is caused due to the breakdown of a clot. The presence of this fibrin fragment in the blood would mean the person has recently suffered from a clot that has dissolved. This test is also used to detect hemostasis in the body. This test is also done to check if clots are formed in the chest when the person complains of breathing difficulty.
Potential risks/side effects of the CRP CBC D-Dimer test
The test is done by collecting blood from the patient. The process of blood collection is not a painstaking task, especially when done by an experienced phlebotomist. Some people might feel the slight prick of the needle puncturing the skin and some irritation might be felt afterward. People who are already anemic will feel nauseous and light-headed once blood is drawn but these side effects last for a short duration and resting helps.
Tests/Parameters included
The CBC D Dimer CRP test has two individual tests aka the D-dimer and the C-reactive protein and a panel test aka complete blood count.
Tests included in the complete blood count panel are:
- Red blood cell count
- Hemoglobin
- Hematocrit
- White blood cell count
- WBC differential count
- Mean corpuscular volume
- Mean corpuscular hemoglobin
- Mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration
- Red cell distribution width
- Platelet count thrombocytes
- Mean Platelet Volume
- Mean Corpuscular Volume
- Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin
- Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration
- Immature granulocytes
- Nucleated Red blood cells
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQs
Why are certain CBC test results different for men and women?
Generally, women have a lesser blood count as compared to men. In short, women are generally considered to be anemic. Thus, when women are opting for this package, it is better to opt for it when the menstrual cycle is over to ensure result accuracy.
What is the Hematocrit test mentioned in the CBC?
Hematocrit is the amount of red blood cells that are part of the blood. Blood consists of red and white blood cells, platelets, and plasma. Having a normal amount of red blood cells mean that the body is healthy and no deficiency is present.
Is a positive d-dimer always due to major blood clots?
The d-dimer measures the presence of fibrin defragmentation amount in the blood. While this test is a good way to check for thrombosis progress or medication effects, certain factors like surgery or pregnancy can also result in showing a positive d-dimer test.
THINGS TO KNOW AFTER GETTING TESTED
Interpreting the CRP CBC D-Dimer test results
When it comes to interpreting the results, with CRP and d-dimer, the presence of these factors indicate that the body is suffering from conditions associated with the factors. That said, there is a normal values associated with both as nominal traces of these can be found in the system without the person having to suffer from major health concerns.
For CRP, the normal value is less than 10 mg/L. For d-dimer, the normal is either a negative or a positive. For the complete blood count, many factors are being tested and each have their own set of normal values or range. These are:
| Test | Value |
| White blood cells | 4,500 to 11,000 cells/mcL |
| Red blood cells | Men: 4.5 million to 5.9 million cells/mcL Women: 4.1 million to 5.1 million cells/mcL |
| Hemoglobin | Men: 14 to 17.5 gm/dL Women: 12.3 to 15.3 gm/dL |
| Hematocrit | Men: 41.5% to 50.4% Women: 35.9% to 44.6% |
| Mean corpuscular volume | 80 to 96 |
| Platelets | 150,000 to 450,000 platelets/mcL |
CRP CBC D-Dimer Test In Chandigarh
The CBC D Dimer CRP test in Chandigarh is a combination of three tests that are essential for understanding the overall health of a person. This combination health package is also used as part of post-covid health management for patients who have recently recovered from some infections that affect the liver or the respiratory tract. These three tests are also used in monitoring cancers and whether it has reached metastasis.
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