Is Prothrombin time 21 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 21 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 21 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	12.252
5-10 years	12.509
10-15 years	12.772
15-20 years	13.04
20-25 years	13.314
25-30 years	13.594
30-35 years	13.879
35-40 years	14.17
40-45 years	14.468
45-50 years	14.772
50-55 years	15.082
55-60 years	15.399
60-70 years	15.722
70-80 years	15.715
80-90 years	15.708
90-100 years	15.701
>100 years	15.694

*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	12.26
5-10 years	12.525
10-15 years	12.796
15-20 years	13.073
20-25 years	13.356
25-30 years	13.645
30-35 years	13.94
35-40 years	14.242
40-45 years	14.55
45-50 years	14.865
50-55 years	15.187
55-60 years	15.515
60-70 years	15.851
70-80 years	15.844
80-90 years	15.837
90-100 years	15.83
>100 years	15.822

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.