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Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring.

A 24-hour test using a portable cuff that takes blood pressure readings at regular intervals during daily activities and sleep. Provides a more accurate picture of blood pressure control than single office measurements.

Definition

What is ambulatory blood pressure monitoring?

A 24-hour test using a portable cuff that takes blood pressure readings at regular intervals during daily activities and sleep. Provides a more accurate picture of blood pressure control than single office measurements.

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