What does high Prothrombin time and Thrombin Time mean in blood test?
High Prothrombin time and Thrombin Time can be caused by numerous problems.
High levels of Prothrombin time and Thrombin Time in the blood indicate a variety of health problems. If your blood Prothrombin time level is between 12 seconds to 16 seconds and the Thrombin Time level is between 0 seconds to 23 sec, then your body does not have any underlying health problems. But if Prothrombin time and Thrombin Time levels exceed these levels, you should see a doctor immediately.
Normal Prothrombin time range : 12 - 16 seconds
| Age | Ideal Prothrombin time value |
|---|---|
| <5 years | 12.165 |
| 5-10 years | 12.332 |
| 10-15 years | 12.502 |
| 15-20 years | 12.674 |
| 20-25 years | 12.848 |
| 25-30 years | 13.025 |
| 30-35 years | 13.204 |
| 35-40 years | 13.386 |
| 40-45 years | 13.57 |
| 45-50 years | 13.757 |
| 50-55 years | 13.946 |
| 55-60 years | 14.138 |
| 60-70 years | 14.332 |
| 70-80 years | 14.529 |
| 80-90 years | 14.729 |
| 90-100 years | 14.932 |
| >100 years | 15.137 |
*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records
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Total number of patients treatedSome 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 Thrombin Time range : 0 - 23 sec
| Age | Ideal Thrombin Time value |
|---|---|
| <5 years | 1.014 |
| 5-10 years | 1.028 |
| 10-15 years | 1.042 |
| 15-20 years | 1.056 |
| 20-25 years | 1.071 |
| 25-30 years | 1.086 |
| 30-35 years | 1.101 |
| 35-40 years | 1.116 |
| 40-45 years | 1.131 |
| 45-50 years | 1.147 |
| 50-55 years | 1.163 |
| 55-60 years | 1.179 |
| 60-70 years | 1.195 |
| 70-80 years | 1.211 |
| 80-90 years | 1.228 |
| 90-100 years | 1.245 |
| >100 years | 1.262 |
Also Read : Symptoms of High Prothrombin time
Also Read : Symptoms of High Thrombin Time
High Prothrombin time and Thrombin Time levels in the blood can cause a number of health problems. Your GP may recommend follow-up tests to get an important picture of your overall health and well-being. If the results are greater than 16 seconds for Prothrombin time and more than 23 sec for Thrombin Time, you may also need some follow-up tests that will help detect the underlying disease early.
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How is a blood test performed in the lab?
Depending on the symptoms you are experiencing, your doctor may order a Prothrombin time and Thrombin Time test. In most hospitals Prothrombin time and Thrombin Time results can be obtained within three to six hours after blood is taken. The blood is usually drawn from a vein on the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. Drink plenty of water before your appointment. If you experience any symptoms that you are concerned about are out of the ordinary, call your doctor immediately.
