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Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM)

Blood pressure over 24 hours, including at night.

General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.

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Blood pressure over 24 hours, including at night. What it shows: Blood pressure over 24 hours, including at night. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional

Sources: SI health summary (own words); decoder imaging pack; RadiologyInfo.org and MedlinePlus as references only

What it shows

Blood pressure over 24 hours, including at night.

Why it is done

Confirm high blood pressure, white-coat effect.

Preparation

Follow the centre's instructions; most need no special preparation.

Radiation & safety

No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.

How long it takes

24 hours. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.

Related conditions

entry-health-condition-hypertension

Where to get this near you

🏥 Care near you

Uses your location once to list the nearest facilities. Nothing is stored.

Common questions

Why is Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) done?
Confirm high blood pressure, white-coat effect.

How do I prepare for Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM)?
Follow the centre's instructions; most need no special preparation.

Is Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) safe in pregnancy?
No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.

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Sources: SI health summary (own words); decoder imaging pack; RadiologyInfo.org and MedlinePlus as references only

Emergency — call📞 102