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Cardiovascular
Blood pressure
Clinical biomarkerPhysiologicalCuff/ambulatorymmHg
A core cardiovascular measurement of arterial pressure.
What it measures
Systolic and diastolic arterial blood pressure.
Why it matters
Hypertension is a major modifiable cardiovascular and renal risk factor.
How to interpret it
Use validated devices and repeated or ambulatory/home measurements when appropriate.
Important limitations
Single readings are affected by measurement conditions and do not capture full blood-pressure burden.
Evidence status
Clinical biomarker
Established clinical risk factor with intervention evidence.
Research & guidance
Original papers, validation studies, reviews and clinical guidance connected to this measurement.
For education and evidence exploration, not diagnosis or individualized medical advice.