Michael Bovee
The systolic blood pressure (SBP) is the lower reading of the blood pressure measured at the point where the pulse passes through the arm. The systolic blood pressure is measured in the normal pressure range. The upper limit of systolic reading is the maximum blood pressure level that could be reached when the arm is not at rest; in other words, it is measured on an elevated arm.
The upper limit of systolic blood pressure is a more accurate gauge of hypertension than the lower limit, as it indicates a rapid rise in blood pressure after a period of resting. The term "systolic" derives from the Latin word "systitios" meaning "at rest." According to the WHO (World Health Organization), "a systolic blood pressure of over 170 mm Hg is considered hypertensive." The upper limit of systolic reading is the highest blood pressure level that could be reached when the arm is at rest.
The rise in systolic reading may be associated with the increase in the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in the bloodstream, which can be present because of a number of factors, such as the intake of fat and fatty foods, smoking, hypertension, obesity, diabetes and the consumption of alcohol and recreational drugs. Although systolic readings are affected by age, the rise in reading is mostly observed among younger adults.
There are three basic types of systolic readings, namely, the first reading is the one taken during the resting period, the second is measured immediately after the completion of an exercise regimen, and the third is taken when a patient is being evaluated for high blood pressure. However, the systolic reading is affected by many other factors, including the amount of exercise or the intensity of an exercise routine, the amount of physical exertion, and the level of exertion or activity of the patient.
In order to have the right systolic measurements, the measurements should be recorded in the laboratory using a medical machine that is designed to measure the pressure with an electronic probe. These machines also provide a monitor and a manual setting to help the doctor monitor the level of pressure that is being measured.
There are some patients, especially those suffering from kidney problems, diabetes, and hypertension, who need to take regular blood tests, especially when there are other medical conditions. that may affect the pressure.
Systolic readings are useful in determining the risk of developing hypertension
If they are elevated, it means that the patient is at a greater risk of developing high blood pressure. When the systolic reading is below the normal range, the person does not have to undergo therapy to treat this condition.
The best time to perform a blood test is at least once every 6 months. This will ensure that the systolic pressure is kept within the normal ranges. The higher the reading, the higher the risk of developing high blood pressure. When the upper limit of systolic readings is found to be below the normal range, the patient should be screened for other medical conditions that may affect blood pressure levels.
In order to prevent the development of high blood pressure, the physician may prescribe medications to lower the amount of blood that is being pumped into the system. These include antihypertensives or calcium channel blockers. However, in the case where medications are not prescribed, there are other ways to reduce the level of pressure, which include the use of an exercise program and reducing or eliminating other lifestyle-related risks that may increase the level of pressure.
High blood pressure can result from having an inadequate amount of HDL or low density lipoprotein, or from the body not getting enough HDL. or low density lipoprotein. Some studies indicate that people with high cholesterol levels tend to suffer from high blood pressure.
People who regularly work in high altitudes, those who spend most of their time in sitting or standing positions, people who are smokers and people who experience stress may all be at risk of developing high blood pressure. Stress can cause the heart rate to increase and blood pressure to rise to unhealthy levels, especially if the person is in a stressful environment or situation.
It is important to know the possible risks of high blood pressure so that individuals can be educated on how to manage them. The key to managing this condition is education. Individuals should not ignore the fact that they may be at risk.