EVALUATING BLOOD PRESSURE FOR ADULTS
The following standards for assessing high blood pressure (without regard to age or gender) have been
established as a guide according to WHO (World Health Organization). Please note that other risk
factors (e.g. diabetes, obesity, smoking, etc.) need to be taken into consideration and may affect these
figures. Always consult with your physician or other health care professional for accurate assessment.
WHO CLASSIFICATION OF BLOOD PRESSURE
Blood
Pressure
Classification
Optimal
Normal
High-Normal
Stage
1
Hypertension
Stage
2
Hypertension
Stage
3
Hypertension
P-6
SBP
DBP
(mmHg)
(mmHg)
<120
<80
120-129
80-84
130-139
85-89
140-159
90-99
160-179
100-109
≥180
≥110
COLOR
INDICATOR
GREEN
YELLOW
ORANGE
RED