Imaging / functional test
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM)
Other names and abbreviations: ABPM, 24-hour blood pressure monitoring
Automatic blood pressure readings every 15–30 minutes around the clock.
Badanie pozwala potwierdzić nadciśnienie, wykluczyć „efekt białego fartucha” i ocenić ciśnienie w nocy.
Typical ranges in adults
| Parameter | Typical range | What a deviation may mean |
|---|---|---|
| 24-hour average | below 130/80 mmHg | |
| Daytime average | below 135/85 mmHg | |
| Night-time average | below 120/70 mmHg |
The ranges are approximate and differ between laboratories; they also depend on age, sex and pregnancy. A result outside the range doesn't always mean illness – discuss it with a doctor.
When it is done
In diagnosing and monitoring hypertension treatment.
How to prepare
Clothing with a loose sleeve; keep your arm still during the measurement.
