Is Prothrombin time 8.8 low, normal or dangerous? What does PT level 8.8 mean?

Your Prothrombin time level of 8.8 is a Low Prothrombin time level.

Low Prothrombin time levels could indicate health issues. Typically, levels between 12 seconds to 16 seconds suggest no concerns. However, deviations from this range warrant prompt medical attention. Consulting a doctor for abnormal levels is advisable.

Normal range of Prothrombin time found among men :12 - 16 seconds

Ideal values of Prothrombin time depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Prothrombin time value
<5 years	13.056
5-10 years	14.205
10-15 years	15.455
15-20 years	15.335
20-25 years	15.216
25-30 years	15.098
30-35 years	14.981
35-40 years	14.865
40-45 years	14.75
45-50 years	14.636
50-55 years	15.924
55-60 years	15.8
60-70 years	15.677
70-80 years	15.556
80-90 years	15.436
90-100 years	15.316
>100 years	15.198

*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	13.088
5-10 years	14.274
10-15 years	15.568
15-20 years	15.44
20-25 years	15.313
25-30 years	15.187
30-35 years	15.063
35-40 years	14.939
40-45 years	14.816
45-50 years	14.694
50-55 years	14.573
55-60 years	15.894
60-70 years	15.764
70-80 years	15.635
80-90 years	15.506
90-100 years	15.378
>100 years	15.252

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 recommends a Prothrombin time test, you'll likely undergo a simple blood draw specifically targeting the measurement of Prothrombin time. A pathologist, a specialist in studying diseases, will collect a small blood sample from your veins using a needle. Your Prothrombin time test results will typically be available within a few hours after this procedure.