Is Prothrombin time 23.8 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 23.8 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 23.8 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.

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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	12.286
5-10 years	12.578
10-15 years	12.877
15-20 years	13.183
20-25 years	13.497
25-30 years	13.818
30-35 years	14.147
35-40 years	14.484
40-45 years	14.829
45-50 years	15.182
50-55 years	15.543
55-60 years	15.913
60-70 years	15.904
70-80 years	15.895
80-90 years	15.886
90-100 years	15.877
>100 years	15.868

*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	12.294
5-10 years	12.595
10-15 years	12.904
15-20 years	13.22
20-25 years	13.544
25-30 years	13.876
30-35 years	14.216
35-40 years	14.564
40-45 years	14.921
45-50 years	15.287
50-55 years	15.662
55-60 years	15.653
60-70 years	15.644
70-80 years	15.634
80-90 years	15.624
90-100 years	15.615
>100 years	15.998

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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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