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High PTT and INR values

2024-06-06 02:26:44
My mother is taking medications (cardivas 12.5mg) for liver cirrhosis. In recent blood test the PTT values is 17.8 ( ref. Range - 11 to 15) and INR is 1.38(ref range -0.8 to 1.1). Rest other liver function test values are normal..is the PTT INR values are too high OR these values are fine?
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If she is having Liver cirrhosis, then slight derangements in PT and INR values are expected, it is not of major concern. However I hope you are under regular follow up of a Gastroenterologist/Hepatologist so that timely follow up can be maintained
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Be under regular follow up of a Gastroenterologist/Hepatologist

Answered2024-06-06 08:18:29

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