Is Prothrombin time 18.8 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 18.8 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: January 4, 2026

Your Prothrombin time level of 18.8 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	12.226
5-10 years	12.456
10-15 years	12.69
15-20 years	12.929
20-25 years	13.172
25-30 years	13.42
30-35 years	13.672
35-40 years	13.929
40-45 years	14.191
45-50 years	14.458
50-55 years	14.73
55-60 years	15.007
60-70 years	15.289
70-80 years	15.576
80-90 years	15.869
90-100 years	15.863
>100 years	15.857

*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	12.232
5-10 years	12.469
10-15 years	12.71
15-20 years	12.956
20-25 years	13.207
25-30 years	13.463
30-35 years	13.724
35-40 years	13.99
40-45 years	14.261
45-50 years	14.537
50-55 years	14.818
55-60 years	15.105
60-70 years	15.397
70-80 years	15.695
80-90 years	15.999
90-100 years	15.993
>100 years	15.987

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.

Medical References

• MedlinePlus – Prothrombin Time Test and INR (PT/INR)
• Mayo Clinic – Prothrombin time test
• Cleveland Clinic – Prothrombin Time (PT/INR) Test