Above the range
Common causes of a high Thrombin Time
- Heparin
- Low or abnormal fibrinogen
- DIC
- Direct thrombin inhibitors
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Above the range
What causes a high Thrombin Time?
Normal range 14-19 seconds. Specimen: Plasma (sodium citrate). See the full Thrombin Time reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.
What is the normal range for Thrombin Time?
The standard teaching reference range for Thrombin Time is 14-19 seconds. This value is measured in plasma (sodium citrate).
| Specimen | Plasma (sodium citrate) |
|---|---|
| Conventional range | 14-19 seconds |
| SI range | 14-19 seconds |
| Panel | Coagulation Studies |
Full details, including nursing considerations, on the Thrombin Time normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.
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