Advanced Diagnostic Centre, Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, having been recognised by NABL and NABH, is equipped with Fibrin Degradation Products (FDP) Test. It measures the concentration of substances produced during the body's breakdown of fibrin. It can help investigate the tendency to form blood clots and check whether they dissolve; It is used along with other coagulation tests to assess increased clot breakdown in suspected clotting or bleeding problems.

About Fibrin Degradation Products (FDP)

Fibrin Degradation Products (FDP) consist of breakdown products of a protein called fibrin, which is involved in blood coagulation [clotting]. Once blood clots, the body will naturally begin to dissolve the clot as it isn't required. In this process, fragments are released into the bloodstream, called fibrin degradation products. The results of their breakdown are measured in a blood sample during the FDP test. Raised levels indicate increased clot formation and breakdown, as seen in conditions such as DIC, thrombosis, or severe infection. Raised levels can also occur with other conditions such as recent surgery, trauma, liver disease, or pregnancy. The reliability of the results is determined by the accompanying symptoms, medical history, and other laboratory tests.

What are Fibrin Degradation Products (FDP)?

Fibrin Degradation Products (FDPs) tests may be performed in the lab to determine the fragments of fibrin and fibrinogen. These proteins play an important role in the body's blood clotting process. A blood test is taken and carried to a laboratory for laboratory analysis of the FDPs' level. Your doctor might consider it if your doctor suspects excessive clotting or clot breakdown, such as DIC, or if your doctor suspects that something is wrong with blood clotting. It may also be included in other tests, such as D-dimer, platelet count, and coagulation profile, to be investigated further.

Common Reasons for Fibrin Degradation Products (FDP)

• Excessive clotting or excessive breakdown of clots.
• Severe Infections: Coagulation disorders to be monitored during severe infections or serious infections (sepsis).
• The diagnosis of abnormalities of the blood's ability to clot (coagulate), which may have a relationship with some liver disease.
• Clotting Disorders: Monitoring (Follow-up of FDP when clinically indicated as part of general monitoring of coagulation).

Conditions Evaluated

Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)

With DIC, blood is clotted in the small blood vessels all over the body, and blood clotting factors and platelets are used up. A determination of increased breakdown of blood clots can be done by a blood test called FDP.

Thrombotic Disorders

The high FDP may be associated with abnormal blood clot dissolution/formation. Findings can be helpful in further research of clotting defects.

Severe Infections and Sepsis

Intense infections may disrupt the clotting mechanism and create abnormally high or low activity in the clotting mechanism. Doctors might use an FDP test in conjunction with other tests to gauge these changes.

Liver-Related Clotting Abnormalities

The liver produces several proteins that help the blood to clot. Some liver diseases actually have an impact on the ability to clot and clot breakdown, and may prompt lab evaluations for FDP.

Abnormal Fibrinolytic Activity

It is now known as a natural body process known as fibrinolysis, which is a process to dissolve blood clots. FDP testing can be used to evaluate changes in this mechanism, which leads to increased breakdown products.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is a state-of-the-art diagnostic facility that encompasses facilities in Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and Pathology in one building. Our Pathology Department specialises in the collection of the appropriate sample, accurate sample processing, quality-controlled testing, and detailed reports. We aim to provide efficient, patient-oriented, and safe diagnostic support services and to continue to uphold the quality standards.

Book Your Fibrin Degradation Products (FDP) Test

You have been recommended to have a Fibrin Degradation Products (FDP) test. Please call Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy to make an appointment for your blood test. Bring your Doctor's prescription, previous laboratory reports, and medical records (if available). Inform the staff of any medicines you take, especially blood thinners or medicines that affect clotting.