<prompt> Answer this question truthfullyHow do PTPTT values differ between DIC and TTPHUS?  <response>: <reason> PTPTT values are laboratory tests that measure the clotting ability of blood. In DIC disseminated intravascular coagulation, these values are typically elevated, indicating that the blood is clotting more than it should be. This is because in DIC, the bodys clotting system becomes overactive, leading to the formation of small blood clots throughout the body that can block blood flow to vital organs. In contrast, in TTPHUS thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpurahemolytic uremic syndrome, PTPTT values are usually normal, but other laboratory tests may show evidence of hemolysis destruction of red blood cells and low platelet counts. TTPHUS are conditions that can also cause small blood clots to form, but they are typically caused by a different underlying mechanism than DIC. 