Is Prothrombin time 16.9 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 16.9 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 16.9 is a High Prothrombin time level.

High Prothrombin time levels could indicate health issues. Typically, levels between 12 seconds to 16 seconds suggest no concerns. However, deviations from this range warrant prompt medical attention. Consulting a doctor for abnormal levels is advisable.

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

Ideal values of Prothrombin time depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Prothrombin time value
<5 years	12.203
5-10 years	12.409
10-15 years	12.619
15-20 years	12.832
20-25 years	13.049
25-30 years	13.27
30-35 years	13.494
35-40 years	13.722
40-45 years	13.954
45-50 years	14.19
50-55 years	14.43
55-60 years	14.674
60-70 years	14.922
70-80 years	15.174
80-90 years	15.43
90-100 years	15.691
>100 years	15.956

*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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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	12.209
5-10 years	12.422
10-15 years	12.638
15-20 years	12.858
20-25 years	13.082
25-30 years	13.31
30-35 years	13.542
35-40 years	13.778
40-45 years	14.018
45-50 years	14.262
50-55 years	14.51
55-60 years	14.763
60-70 years	15.02
70-80 years	15.281
80-90 years	15.547
90-100 years	15.818
>100 years	15.813

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 recommends a Prothrombin time test, you'll likely undergo a simple blood draw specifically targeting the measurement of Prothrombin time. A pathologist, a specialist in studying diseases, will collect a small blood sample from your veins using a needle. Your Prothrombin time test results will typically be available within a few hours after this procedure.