Is Prothrombin time 21.6 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 21.6 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 21.6 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.

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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	12.259
5-10 years	12.524
10-15 years	12.795
15-20 years	13.071
20-25 years	13.353
25-30 years	13.641
30-35 years	13.936
35-40 years	14.237
40-45 years	14.545
45-50 years	14.859
50-55 years	15.18
55-60 years	15.508
60-70 years	15.843
70-80 years	15.835
80-90 years	15.828
90-100 years	15.821
>100 years	15.814

*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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Important - At the end of this article read how our patients treated their high Prothrombin time levels

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	12.267
5-10 years	12.54
10-15 years	12.819
15-20 years	13.104
20-25 years	13.396
25-30 years	13.694
30-35 years	13.999
35-40 years	14.31
40-45 years	14.628
45-50 years	14.953
50-55 years	15.286
55-60 years	15.626
60-70 years	15.974
70-80 years	15.966
80-90 years	15.958
90-100 years	15.95
>100 years	15.942

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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.

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