Is Prothrombin time 38.9 high, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 38.9 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 38.9 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	12.467
5-10 years	12.952
10-15 years	13.456
15-20 years	13.979
20-25 years	14.523
25-30 years	15.088
30-35 years	15.675
35-40 years	15.652
40-45 years	15.628
45-50 years	15.604
50-55 years	15.58
55-60 years	15.556
60-70 years	15.532
70-80 years	15.508
80-90 years	15.484
90-100 years	15.46
>100 years	15.436

*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	12.481
5-10 years	12.981
10-15 years	13.501
15-20 years	14.042
20-25 years	14.605
25-30 years	15.19
30-35 years	15.799
35-40 years	15.774
40-45 years	15.749
45-50 years	15.724
50-55 years	15.699
55-60 years	15.674
60-70 years	15.649
70-80 years	15.624
80-90 years	15.599
90-100 years	15.574
>100 years	15.549

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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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