Pro time

What does "Pro time" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Pro time," short for prothrombin time, is a measure used in medicine to check how quickly a person's blood clots. It's a way to assess how well certain proteins in the blood are working to help stop bleeding. If the pro time is longer than usual, it means the blood is taking longer to clot, which could be due to various reasons such as certain medications or medical conditions.

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