About Blood Pressure
Irregular Heartbeat Detector:
An irregular heartbeat is detected when the heartbeat rhythm varies while the
unit is measuring the systolic and diastolic blood pressure. During each
measurement, this equipment records the heartbeat intervals and works
out the standard deviation. If the calculated value is larger than or equal to 15,
the irregular heartbeat symbol appears when the measurement results are displayed.
CAUTION:
The appearance of the IHB icon indicates that a pulse irregularity consistent
with an irregular heartbeat was detected during measurement. Usually this is
NOT a cause for concern. However, if the symbol appears often, we
recommend you seek medical advice. Please note that the device does not
replace a cardiac examination, but serves to detect pulse irregularities at an
early stage.
Why does my blood pressure fluctuate throughout the day?
Individual blood pressure varies
multiple times every day. It is also
affected by the way you tie your cuff
and your measurement position, so
please take the measurement under
the same conditions.
If the person takes medicine, the
pressure will vary more.
Wait at least 3 minutes for another
measurement.
