Is Prothrombin time 17 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 17 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 17 is a High Prothrombin time level.

High 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	12.204
5-10 years	12.411
10-15 years	12.622
15-20 years	12.837
20-25 years	13.055
25-30 years	13.277
30-35 years	13.503
35-40 years	13.733
40-45 years	13.966
45-50 years	14.203
50-55 years	14.444
55-60 years	14.69
60-70 years	14.94
70-80 years	15.194
80-90 years	15.452
90-100 years	15.715
>100 years	15.982

*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 high 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	12.21
5-10 years	12.424
10-15 years	12.642
15-20 years	12.863
20-25 years	13.088
25-30 years	13.317
30-35 years	13.55
35-40 years	13.787
40-45 years	14.028
45-50 years	14.274
50-55 years	14.524
55-60 years	14.778
60-70 years	15.037
70-80 years	15.3
80-90 years	15.568
90-100 years	15.841
>100 years	15.836

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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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