Blood Pressure Category Checker
Check if your blood pressure reading is normal, elevated or high. Free BP category checker with AHA guidelines.
Based on American Heart Association categories for adults. A single reading is not a diagnosis.
Frequently asked questions
- What do the two numbers mean?
- Systolic is pressure when the heart beats; diastolic is pressure between beats. Both are measured in mmHg.
- What is a normal blood pressure?
- Under 120/80 mmHg. From 120-129 with a bottom number under 80 is elevated.
- Is one high reading a diagnosis?
- No. Blood pressure fluctuates through the day. Doctors diagnose from an average of multiple readings.
- When should I seek emergency care?
- A reading of 180/120 or higher, especially with chest pain, breathlessness, numbness or vision problems.
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