Normal Blood Pressure Levels: Ranges by Age & Gender

Normal blood pressure ranges vary by age and gender, requiring specific monitoring during pregnancy, treadmill tests, and for the elderly.

A Normal Blood Pressure During Pregnancy

Blood pressure is defined as the force of the blood against the arterial walls and it is reported using two numbers. The systolic pressure is the pressure recorded when the heart is actively pumping blood through the arteries. The diastolic pressure is the measurement taken when the heart is at rest between beats.

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