INTERPRETING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE
READING
Hypertension Indicator
This unit features our unique Hypertension Indicator.
The color bars on the left side of the monitor display
correspond with an icon on the digital display, indicating
where the measurement results fall within the American
Heart Association standards.
The American Heart Association has established globally
accepted standards for the assessment of high or low
blood pressure readings. The below chart should be
considered only as a guideline, always consult with
your physician or health care professional to interpret
your individual results. Never adjust your medication(s)
dosage, or severely alter your diet or exercise routine
without consulting with your physician.
Bar Color
Category
Green
Normal
Green
Prehypertension
Yellow
High Blood Pressure,
Stage 1 Hypertension
Orange
High Blood Pressure,
Stage 2 Hypertension
Red
Hypertensive Crisis
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Systolic (mmHg)
<120
120-139
140-159
160 or higher
>180
Diastolic (mmHg)
and
<80
or
80-89
or
90-99
or
100 or higher
or
>110