Blood Pressure

A Blood Pressure test measures the force (pressure) in the blood vessels as the heart pumps blood all over the body. Blood pressure is measured as systolic blood pressure when the heart beats and diastolic pressure when the heart rests. This test is a part of a routine health checkup. This test can help to detect low blood pressure (hypotension) and high blood pressure (hypertension). You may get this test done if you have symptoms like dizziness, nausea, blurred vision, weakness, or have a family history of obesity, heart disease, or diabetes. Measures like eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and sleeping properly, can help to maintain your blood pressure.