Is Prothrombin time 20 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 20 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 20 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	12.24
5-10 years	12.485
10-15 years	12.735
15-20 years	12.99
20-25 years	13.25
25-30 years	13.515
30-35 years	13.785
35-40 years	14.061
40-45 years	14.342
45-50 years	14.629
50-55 years	14.922
55-60 years	15.22
60-70 years	15.524
70-80 years	15.834
80-90 years	15.828
90-100 years	15.822
>100 years	15.815

*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	12.247
5-10 years	12.499
10-15 years	12.756
15-20 years	13.019
20-25 years	13.287
25-30 years	13.561
30-35 years	13.84
35-40 years	14.125
40-45 years	14.416
45-50 years	14.713
50-55 years	15.016
55-60 years	15.325
60-70 years	15.641
70-80 years	15.963
80-90 years	15.956
90-100 years	15.95
>100 years	15.944

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.