Is Prothrombin time 18.7 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 18.7 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 18.7 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.

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	12.224
5-10 years	12.453
10-15 years	12.686
15-20 years	12.923
20-25 years	13.165
25-30 years	13.411
30-35 years	13.662
35-40 years	13.917
40-45 years	14.177
45-50 years	14.442
50-55 years	14.712
55-60 years	14.987
60-70 years	15.267
70-80 years	15.552
80-90 years	15.843
90-100 years	15.837
>100 years	15.831

*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	12.231
5-10 years	12.467
10-15 years	12.707
15-20 years	12.952
20-25 years	13.201
25-30 years	13.455
30-35 years	13.714
35-40 years	13.978
40-45 years	14.247
45-50 years	14.521
50-55 years	14.801
55-60 years	15.086
60-70 years	15.377
70-80 years	15.673
80-90 years	15.975
90-100 years	15.969
>100 years	15.963

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.