| Category | Systolic (Top #) | | Diastolic (Bottom #) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | < 120 | and | < 80 | | Elevated | 120–129 | and | < 80 | | High BP (Stage 1) | 130–139 | or | 80–89 | | High BP (Stage 2) | ≥ 140 | or | ≥ 90 | | Hypertensive Crisis | > 180 | and/or | > 120 (Seek ER care) |
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