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Blood Pressure Reading Checker
Type in your blood pressure reading to see where it sits on the American Heart Association's adult chart (normal, elevated, stage 1, stage 2), with tips for measuring at home and when to get help.
Blood pressure reading checker
Type the two numbers from your monitor to see which range they fall in.
118/76 mmHg
| Range | Top | Bottom |
|---|---|---|
| 👉 Normal | under 120 | and under 80 |
| Elevated | 120–129 | and under 80 |
| High, stage 1 | 130–139 | or 80–89 |
| High, stage 2 | 140 or more | or 90 or more |
| Very high | over 180 | and/or over 120 |
Habits that help blood pressure
- Less salt: most of it hides in bread, sauces and ready meals.
- Move most days: walking counts.
- More fruit and vegetables; limit alcohol; don't smoke.
- Sleep well and keep a healthy weight.
✅ Rules last checked:
📚 Official sources: American Heart Association: Blood pressure readings
We build every tool from the official rules and re-check them when they change. Always confirm with the official source before you rely on a result.
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Questions people ask
What is normal blood pressure?+
For adults, less than 120 over less than 80 mmHg (American Heart Association).
One high reading: should I worry?+
One reading isn't enough to know. Blood pressure changes through the day. Measure at the same time for several days and share the readings with a doctor. Only a doctor can diagnose high blood pressure.
When is it an emergency?+
If your reading is higher than 180 and/or higher than 120, wait a few minutes and measure again. If it's still that high, contact a doctor straight away. If you also have chest pain, shortness of breath, back pain, numbness, weakness, vision changes or trouble speaking, call your emergency number.