Department : Health Screening Package
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Home Services Available? : No
24-Hour Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) is a diagnostic test that continuously measures and records a patient’s blood pressure over a 24-hour period as they go about their daily activities, including sleep. Unlike a single blood pressure reading taken in a clinic, ABPM provides a comprehensive picture of blood pressure variations throughout the day and night.
The test involves wearing a small, portable blood pressure monitor attached to a cuff placed around the upper arm. The device automatically inflates and records readings at regular intervals (typically every 15–30 minutes during the day and 30–60 minutes at night). This allows healthcare providers to analyze patterns, including daytime activity, nighttime sleep, and changes due to stress or medication.
Benefits of ABPM:
ABPM is a valuable tool for diagnosing and managing hypertension, predicting cardiovascular risk, and ensuring better long-term health outcomes. It is non-invasive, reliable, and widely recommended for patients with fluctuating or uncertain blood pressure readings.