Abstract
This case illustrates that D-dimer is elevated in patients with acute myeloid leukemia. A 21-year old lady presented with complaints of menorrhea and fever associated with swelling and bleeding from her gums. Routine laboratory investigations demonstrated an elevated D-dimer of 11.3mg/L. A diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia was made. Peripheral smear showed presence of blast cells and decreased platelets. This case report highlights the mounting evidence that D-dimer is elevated in acute myeloid leukemia and could be useful as a prognostic marker.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 267-268 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Biomedicine (India) |
Volume | 34 |
Issue number | 2 |
Publication status | Published - 01-01-2014 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Biochemistry,Genetics and Molecular Biology