Is Prothrombin time 21.7 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 21.7 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 21.7 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	12.26
5-10 years	12.526
10-15 years	12.798
15-20 years	13.076
20-25 years	13.36
25-30 years	13.65
30-35 years	13.946
35-40 years	14.249
40-45 years	14.558
45-50 years	14.874
50-55 years	15.197
55-60 years	15.527
60-70 years	15.864
70-80 years	15.856
80-90 years	15.848
90-100 years	15.841
>100 years	15.834

*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	12.268
5-10 years	12.542
10-15 years	12.822
15-20 years	13.109
20-25 years	13.402
25-30 years	13.702
30-35 years	14.008
35-40 years	14.321
40-45 years	14.641
45-50 years	14.968
50-55 years	15.303
55-60 years	15.645
60-70 years	15.995
70-80 years	15.987
80-90 years	15.979
90-100 years	15.971
>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 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.