Is Prothrombin time 38.6 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 38.6 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 38.6 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.

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	12.463
5-10 years	12.944
10-15 years	13.444
15-20 years	13.963
20-25 years	14.502
25-30 years	15.062
30-35 years	15.643
35-40 years	15.62
40-45 years	15.597
45-50 years	15.574
50-55 years	15.551
55-60 years	15.528
60-70 years	15.504
70-80 years	15.48
80-90 years	15.457
90-100 years	15.434
>100 years	15.411

*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	12.477
5-10 years	12.973
10-15 years	13.489
15-20 years	14.025
20-25 years	14.583
25-30 years	15.163
30-35 years	15.766
35-40 years	15.741
40-45 years	15.716
45-50 years	15.691
50-55 years	15.666
55-60 years	15.641
60-70 years	15.616
70-80 years	15.591
80-90 years	15.566
90-100 years	15.542
>100 years	15.518

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.