International Normalized Ratio

A high INR level means that your blood is taking longer than normal to clot, which could be due to various reasons. For example, it might be because you're taking medications like blood thinners (such as warfarin) that are meant to slow down clotting. It could also mean that your liver, which is responsible for making clotting proteins, isn't working as well as it should. Another possibility is that your diet, like eating lots of vitamin K-rich foods, is affecting your INR levels. While a high INR can increase the risk of bleeding, it doesn't always mean there's a major issue; it just means that it's worth looking into what might be causing it.

Symptoms of high levels of INR could include unusual bruising, prolonged bleeding from minor cuts, nosebleeds, blood in urine or stool, or unusually heavy menstrual periods.

A low INR means your blood is clotting faster than normal, which could be due to various reasons like changes in your diet, exercise habits, or the presence of certain medications in your body. It might also indicate an underlying health issue, such as liver disease or a lack of specific clotting factors. Keep in mind that a low INR doesn't guarantee you'll develop blood clots, but it does show that your blood is clotting quicker than usual at this moment.

Symptoms of low levels of INR could include unusual bruising, blood in urine or stool, frequent nosebleeds, or prolonged bleeding from minor cuts or injuries.