Blood Pressure Checker
Enter your systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings to check your category based on American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines.
Your Reading
120/80
mmHg
Assessment
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⚠️ This tool is for educational reference only. Always consult a healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment.
🩺 AHA Categories
Blood Pressure Ranges
- Normal: <120 / <80
- Elevated: 120–129 / <80
- Stage 1 Hypertension: 130–139 / 80–89
- Stage 2 Hypertension: ≥140 / ≥90
- Crisis: >180 / >120
🎯 Tips
Healthy Blood Pressure
- Measure at the same time daily
- Sit quietly for 5 min before measuring
- Avoid caffeine 30 min before
- Use upper arm cuff, not wrist
- Take 2–3 readings and average them
Frequently Asked Questions
What do systolic and diastolic mean?▾
Systolic (top number) measures pressure when the heart beats/contracts. Diastolic (bottom number) measures pressure when the heart rests between beats. Both numbers are important for assessing cardiovascular health.
When should I see a doctor?▾
If your readings are consistently above 130/80, consult a doctor. If you ever get a reading above 180/120, seek medical attention immediately — this is a hypertensive crisis.