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

Prothrombin time 17.6

Your Prothrombin time level of 17.6 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.

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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 12.211
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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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

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.

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