Approximate prothrombin time in a normal individual is
(a) 2 - 5 minutes
(b) 6-8 minutes
(c) 11-16 seconds
(d) 1-2 minutes
Correct option; (c) 11-16 seconds
Explanation:
Average prothrombin time in man is about 12 seconds but it will be longer in the deficiency of factor V or factor VII or Stuart factor.
