Is Prothrombin time 17.8 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 17.8 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 17.8 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.

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	12.214
5-10 years	12.431
10-15 years	12.652
15-20 years	12.877
20-25 years	13.106
25-30 years	13.339
30-35 years	13.576
35-40 years	13.818
40-45 years	14.064
45-50 years	14.314
50-55 years	14.569
55-60 years	14.828
60-70 years	15.092
70-80 years	15.361
80-90 years	15.634
90-100 years	15.912
>100 years	15.907

*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	12.22
5-10 years	12.444
10-15 years	12.672
15-20 years	12.904
20-25 years	13.141
25-30 years	13.382
30-35 years	13.627
35-40 years	13.877
40-45 years	14.131
45-50 years	14.39
50-55 years	14.654
55-60 years	14.923
60-70 years	15.197
70-80 years	15.476
80-90 years	15.76
90-100 years	15.755
>100 years	15.75

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.