Is Prothrombin time 17.6 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 17.6 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 17.6 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	12.211
5-10 years	12.426
10-15 years	12.645
15-20 years	12.868
20-25 years	13.094
25-30 years	13.324
30-35 years	13.559
35-40 years	13.798
40-45 years	14.041
45-50 years	14.288
50-55 years	14.539
55-60 years	14.795
60-70 years	15.055
70-80 years	15.32
80-90 years	15.59
90-100 years	15.864
>100 years	15.859

*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	12.218
5-10 years	12.439
10-15 years	12.664
15-20 years	12.894
20-25 years	13.128
25-30 years	13.366
30-35 years	13.608
35-40 years	13.855
40-45 years	14.106
45-50 years	14.362
50-55 years	14.622
55-60 years	14.887
60-70 years	15.157
70-80 years	15.432
80-90 years	15.712
90-100 years	15.997
>100 years	15.992

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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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