Blood Pressure Category & Risk Assessment
Enter your systolic and diastolic readings to see your blood pressure category, risk level, and recommended actions.
Blood Pressure Categories (AHA Guidelines)
Blood pressure is recorded as systolic/diastolic (e.g., 120/80 mmHg). Normal: Below 120/80. Elevated: 120-129 systolic AND less than 80 diastolic. High BP Stage 1: 130-139 systolic OR 80-89 diastolic. High BP Stage 2: 140+ systolic OR 90+ diastolic. Hypertensive Crisis: Above 180/120 — requires immediate medical attention. The higher category between systolic and diastolic determines your overall classification.
Accurate Blood Pressure Measurement
For accurate readings: sit quietly for 5 minutes before measuring, feet flat on floor, arm supported at heart level, no caffeine or exercise for 30 minutes prior. Take 2-3 readings 1 minute apart and average them. Home readings are often 5-10 points lower than office readings (white coat hypertension). A single high reading does not mean you have hypertension — diagnosis requires elevated readings on multiple occasions.
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