Is Prothrombin time 8 low, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 8 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 8 is a Low Prothrombin time level.

Low 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	12.96
5-10 years	13.997
10-15 years	15.117
15-20 years	15.02
20-25 years	14.924
25-30 years	14.829
30-35 years	14.734
35-40 years	15.913
40-45 years	15.811
45-50 years	15.71
50-55 years	15.61
55-60 years	15.51
60-70 years	15.411
70-80 years	15.312
80-90 years	15.214
90-100 years	15.117
>100 years	15.02

*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 low 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	12.989
5-10 years	14.059
10-15 years	15.217
15-20 years	15.114
20-25 years	15.011
25-30 years	14.909
30-35 years	14.808
35-40 years	14.707
40-45 years	15.919
45-50 years	15.811
50-55 years	15.704
55-60 years	15.597
60-70 years	15.491
70-80 years	15.385
80-90 years	15.281
90-100 years	15.177
>100 years	15.074

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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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