Is Prothrombin time 17.7 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 17.7 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 17.7 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.

Important - Scroll to the end of this article to see how our patients managed their high Prothrombin time levels

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	12.212
5-10 years	12.428
10-15 years	12.648
15-20 years	12.872
20-25 years	13.1
25-30 years	13.332
30-35 years	13.568
35-40 years	13.808
40-45 years	14.052
45-50 years	14.301
50-55 years	14.554
55-60 years	14.812
60-70 years	15.074
70-80 years	15.341
80-90 years	15.613
90-100 years	15.889
>100 years	15.884

*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	12.219
5-10 years	12.442
10-15 years	12.669
15-20 years	12.9
20-25 years	13.135
25-30 years	13.374
30-35 years	13.618
35-40 years	13.866
40-45 years	14.119
45-50 years	14.376
50-55 years	14.638
55-60 years	14.905
60-70 years	15.177
70-80 years	15.454
80-90 years	15.736
90-100 years	15.731
>100 years	15.726

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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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