Blood Pressure Reading Singapore
What is blood pressure?
The blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood being pumped around your body by the heart. Your blood pressure may vary throughout the day. For instance, it is the lowest during sleep time, and rises when you awake. It may also go up when you are excited or physically active.
What are the components of blood pressure?
Systolic Blood Pressure: This refers to the pressure in your arteries when your heart beats
Diastolic Blood Pressure: This refers to the pressure in your arteries when your heart rests between beats
Blood pressure readings are expressed as a ratio of systolic pressure over the diastolic pressure. For instance, if your systolic pressure reads 120 and your diastolic pressure reads 80, we would refer this to 120 over 80, or 120/80 mmHg (millimeters of mercury).
Diastolic blood pressure can also increase as one ages. This may be due to stiffening arteries.
What is a normal blood pressure reading?
An ideal blood pressure reading should be lower than 120/80 mmHg.
The following table for adults aged 18 years and above illustrates the different levels of blood pressure reading.
Category | Blood Readings |
​Normal | ​Systolic 129 and below and Diastolic below 80 |
​High-Normal Blood Pressure | ​Systolic 130 and above, or Diastolic between 80 to 89 |
​High Blood Pressure: Stage 1 Hypertension | ​Systolic 140 to 159, or Diastolic between 90 to 99 |
High Blood Pressure: Stage 2 Hypertension | Systolic 160 and above, or Diastolic 100 and above |
Isolated Systolic Hypertension | Systolic 140 and above and Diastolic below 90 |
Please note the following:
When systolic and diastolic blood pressures fall into different categories, the higher category should be used to classify blood pressure levels. For instance, 160/80 mmHg would be classified as stage 2 hypertension.
Isolated Systolic Hypertension is graded according to the same level of systolic blood pressure.
What if I have high blood pressure or hypertension?
You should consult a doctor for a better understanding of your condition. Your doctor may recommend either or both of the following:
Lifestyle changes: This may include eating healthy, getting regular physical exercise, maintaining a healthy weight and limiting your alcohol intake, as well as not smoking.
Medications: Depending on how high your blood pressure is and your overall health, your doctor may also discuss the option of starting you on certain medications.
Screening for hypertension and overall health
If you would like to be screened for hypertension or overall health, you may visit Advantage Medical Group for your friendly health screening needs. Booking a health screening with us takes less than 5 minutes through WhatsApp at 87840093.
We have a variety of health screening packages which include blood pressure test:
Clinic Health Screening Packages: Starting from Basic ($60)
Home Health Screening Packages: Starting from Sapphire ($100)
Why do your health screening at Advantage Medical?
Friendly Service: Book your health screening quickly with us through WhatsApp or Phone. You may also talk to our friendly doctor or staff about any queries. We are happy to understand and address your concerns.
Islandwide Locations: We are located at 4 islandwide locations (Bedok, Bukit Timah, Geylang, Jurong West) for your convenience.
Follow Up Consultation: You may ask questions related to your screening after the screening. Our doctor will go through your results to ensure you understand your report well.
Adapted from:
https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/lifestyle/what-is-blood-pressure/
https://www.healthhub.sg/a-z/diseases-and-conditions/735/Understanding-Blood-Pressure-Readings
https://www.healthhub.sg/a-z/diseases-and-conditions/609/High-Blood-Pressure-Healthy-eating-guide