Is Prothrombin time 11.8 low, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 11.8 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 11.8 is a Low Prothrombin time level.

Low Prothrombin time levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 12 seconds and 16 seconds. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

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The normal Prothrombin time range for men is :12 - 16 seconds

**Ideal values of Prothrombin time depending on age (male) :**
Age	Ideal Prothrombin time value
<5 years	12.142
5-10 years	12.285
10-15 years	12.43
15-20 years	12.577
20-25 years	12.725
25-30 years	12.875
30-35 years	13.027
35-40 years	13.181
40-45 years	13.337
45-50 years	13.494
50-55 years	13.653
55-60 years	13.814
60-70 years	13.977
70-80 years	14.142
80-90 years	14.309
90-100 years	14.478
>100 years	14.649

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Prothrombin time levels include:

Liver disease
Vitamin K abnormality
Hemophilia A and hemophilia B
Decreased or defective factor I (fibrinogen), II (prothrombin), V or X
Willebrand disease

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Important - At the end of this article read how our patients treated their low Prothrombin time levels

Normal range of Prothrombin time found among women :12-16 seconds

**Ideal values of Prothrombin time depending on age (female) :**
Age	Ideal Prothrombin time value
<5 years	12.146
5-10 years	12.294
10-15 years	12.443
15-20 years	12.594
20-25 years	12.747
25-30 years	12.902
30-35 years	13.059
35-40 years	13.218
40-45 years	13.379
45-50 years	13.542
50-55 years	13.707
55-60 years	13.874
60-70 years	14.043
70-80 years	14.214
80-90 years	14.387
90-100 years	14.562
>100 years	14.739

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If you take a Prothrombin time blood test and the results are not in the normal range (12-16 seconds), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the Prothrombin time Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a Prothrombin time test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your Prothrombin time levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your Prothrombin time test results are usually available within a few hours.

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