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consult your physician in order to determine if it is cause
for concern. Do not try to interpret readings or attempt to
treat any condition yourself. Always follow the guidance of
a health professional. If you have an emergency call 911
immediately. 6.2 World Health Organization (WHO) classification
WARNING:
The WHO chart is not intended to replace a medical •
diagnosis. This chart is only a reference for different
classifications of blood pressure.
According to WHO Guidelines/Definitions and the latest
findings, the test results of adults can be classified and
evaluated according to the following chart:
Range of blood pressure values Systolic (in mmHg) Diastole (in mmHg) Measure
Grade 3: Severe hypertension >=180 >=110 Seek medical advice
Grade 2: Moderate hypertension 160 –179 100 –109 Seek medical advice
Grade 1: Mild hypertension 140 –159 90 – 99 Have it checked regularly by doctor
High-normal 130 –139 85 – 89 Have it checked regularly by doctor
Normal 120 –129 80 – 84 Check it yourself
Optimal <120 <80 Check it yourself
Source: WHO, 1999
Note: This standard, however, is a general guideline as an
individual’s blood pressure varies among different people,
age groups, etc. Please consult your physician for proper
diagnosis.
The bar graph in the display and the scale on the unit indicate
the range of the blood pressure which has been recorded.
Note: If the values for systolic and diastolic pressure are in
two different WHO ranges (e.g. systolic in the high-normal
range and diastolic pressure in the normal range) the graphic
WHO classification on the unit indicates the higher range
(high-normal in the example described).