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What is considered a normal INR level in a person who is not taking warfarin?
Normal and Critical Findings For normal patients who are not on anticoagulation, the INR is usually 1.0 regardless of the ISI or the particular performing laboratory. [8]For patients who are on anticoagulant therapy, the therapeutic INR ranges between 2.0 to 3.0.
Can an INR go below 1?
In healthy people an INR of 1.1 or below is considered normal. An INR range of 2.0 to 3.0 is generally an effective therapeutic range for people taking warfarin for disorders such as atrial fibrillation or a blood clot in the leg or lung.
Can an INR be too low?
INR levels that are too low may mean you are at risk for dangerous blood clots. INR levels that are too high may mean you are at risk for dangerous bleeding.
Why would a patients INR be low?
PT/INR too low- A low INR means indicates the patient’s anticoagulation dose is too low and their blood is clotting too quickly putting them at risk for a blood clot. Symptoms of a low INR- Patients may not always know if their INR levels are too low until they experience symptoms of a clot, either DVT, PE or CVA.
How do I raise my INR levels?
Eat the same amount of vitamin K daily to keep your INR stable. Vitamin K changes how your blood clots and affects your INR. Vitamin K is found in green leafy vegetables, broccoli, grapes, and other foods. Ask your healthcare provider for more information about what to eat when you have an elevated INR.
Why does my INR level fluctuate?
Foods with high levels of vitamin K include kale, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts. Other changes to your nutrition, such as starting a new diet or taking new supplements, can also cause your INR level to fluctuate.
What does a low INR level mean?
A low INR result means your blood is ‘not thin enough’ or coagulates too easily and puts you at risk of developing a blood clot. A high INR result means your blood coagulates too slowly and you risk bleeding. An INR lower than the desired range means the blood is “not thin enough” or clots too easily.
Can a low INR make you tired?
They can make you feel green. Low blood cell count can cause fatigue, weakness, dizziness and shortness of breath.
How do I raise my INR level?
Certain foods and dietary supplements have vitamin K. Vitamin K works against warfarin. If you eat more vitamin K, it can lower your INR. If you eat less vitamin K, it can raise your INR.
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