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The force of circulating blood on the walls of the arteries. Blood pressure is taken using two measurements: systolic (measured when the heart beats, when blood pressure is at its highest) and diastolic (measured between heart beats, when blood pressure is at its lowest).
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WHAT IS BLOOD PRESSURE? A blood pressure test measures the pressure in your arteries as your heart pumps. You might have a blood pressure test as a part of a routine doctor's appointment or as a screening for high blood pressure (hypertension). Some people use a blood pressure test at home to better track their heart health. A blood pressure test is a routine part of most doctor appointments. Blood pressure screening is an important part of your general health. Find out when you should have a blood pressure test. People age 18 and older with normal blood pressure and no heart disease risk factors should have a blood pressure test at least once every two to five years. People age 40 and older — or younger with an increased risk of high blood pressure — should have a blood pressure test every year. Risk factors for high blood pressure include obesity and being Black. People who have chronic health conditions, such as high or low blood pressure or heart disease, may need to have blood pressure tests more often. WHY IT"S DONE FOR MORE DETAILS PLZ CLICK THE LINK
