Classification of Normal and Abnormal Blood Pressure

Classification of Normal and Abnormal Blood Pressure

NORMAL

• Systolic: <120 mm Hg
• Diastolic: <80 mm Hg

PREHYPERTENSION

• Systolic: 120 - 139 mm Hg
• Diastolic: 80 - 89 mm Hg

HYPERTENSION

     STAGE 1

• Systolic: 140 - 159 mm Hg
• Diastolic: 90 - 99 mm Hg

     STAGE 2

• Systolic: =/> 160 mm Hg
• Diastolic: =/> 100 mm Hg

*for adults older than 18 years
Source: Joint National Committee VII