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Blood pressure tends to go up and down, even in people who
normally don’t have high readings. If your numbers stay above the
“normal” range most of the time, you may be at increased risk and
should consult your physician.
Although one can easily find where their own blood pressure
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defined levels and provides a helpful cue if your reading falls into
one of the stages that could potentially indicate increased risk. See
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for convenience to help you understand your non-invasive blood
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important for you to consult with your physician regularly. Your
physician will tell you your normal blood pressure range as well as
the point at which you may actually be considered to be at risk.
ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
What is Blood Pressure?
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heart contracts and sends blood out of the heart is systolic (highest)
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blood flowing back into the heart is called diastolic (lowest) blood
pressure.
Why Measure Your Blood Pressure?
Among today’s various health problems, those associated with high
blood pressure are very common. High blood pressure dangerously
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monitoring is important for identifying those at risk.
Why Are My Readings Different?
Blood pressure is a body parameter that is subject to normal
variations throughout the day. A single reading that is different from
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average of several readings, taken under similar conditions, using
the same arm is preferred for accurate blood pressure readings.
BLOOD PRESSURE STANDARD
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these defined levels to determine if they may be potentially at
increased risk.
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Category
Systolic (mmHg)
Diastolic
(mmHg)
Normal
Less than 120
and
Less than 80
Prehypertension
120-139
or
80-89
High Blood Pressure
Stage 1
140-159
or
90-99
Stage 2
160 or higher
or
100 or higher
