An abnormal (too long) PTT result may also be due to: Bleeding disorders , a group of conditions in which there is a problem with the body's blood clotting process. Disorder in which the proteins that control blood clotting become over active ( disseminated intravascular coagulation ) Liver disease.
What does a high PTT mean?
A prolonged PTT means that clotting is taking longer to occur than normal and may be due to a variety of causes.
What can cause elevated PTT?
Diagnoses associated with an elevated PTT include:
- Hemophilia A (Factor VIII deficiency) Factor VIII deficiency characterizes Hemophilia A, also known as classical hemophilia. ...
- Hemophilia B (Factor IX deficiency) ...
- Vitamin K Deficiency. ...
- Liver Disease. ...
- Von Willebrand Disease (VWD) ...
- Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)
