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Diagnostic Tests for Aortic Dissection%u2022 Transoesophageal Echocardiography (TEE):%u2022 Used when patient is unstable%u2022 Provides real-time imaging of the aorta%u2022 Can be performed quickly at bedside%u2022 CT Angiography:%u2022 Most appropriate test for stable patients%u2022 Provides detailed images of the aorta%u2022 Can show extent and location of dissection%u2022 MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging):%u2022 Most accurate imaging modality%u2022 Used for stable patients%u2022 Provides high-resolution images without radiation%u2022 Chest X-ray:%u2022 May show widened mediastinum%u2022 Not definitive, but can raise suspicion%u2022 D-dimer blood test:%u2022 Elevated in acute aortic dissection%u2022 High sensitivity, but low specificity%u2022 Electrocardiogram (ECG):%u2022 To rule out myocardial infarctionCommon Diagnostic Tests for Aortic Dissection%u2022 Choice of test depends on patient stability, availability, and clinical suspicion. CT angiography is often the first-line imaging modality due to its wide availability and quick results.Note: