What Is Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring uses a small, wearable device to measure your blood pressure at regular intervals over a 24-hour period, during your normal daily activities and while you sleep. Because it takes many readings across the day and night, it gives a fuller picture of your blood pressure than a single reading taken in the clinic. Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring is available on site at Coomera Specialist & Diagnostics Centre in Upper Coomera.
Why It Is Used
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring may be requested to help with concerns such as:
Confirming whether blood pressure is raised outside the clinic Blood pressure that reads high only at appointments Assessing how well blood pressure is controlled Reviewing the effect of a treatment over the day and night
Your GP or specialist will explain why monitoring has been recommended for your individual situation.
How to Prepare
Little preparation is needed. Wearing a loose-fitting top with sleeves that can accommodate the cuff can make the monitor more comfortable. Continue your usual routine and medications unless your doctor advises otherwise. Our team will explain everything when the monitor is fitted.
Wearing the Monitor
A blood pressure cuff is placed on your upper arm and connected to a small monitor worn on a belt or strap. The cuff inflates automatically at set intervals to take a reading, including overnight. You continue your normal daily activities and are usually asked to keep the cuff in place and to keep your arm still during each reading. You may be asked to note down your activities or any symptoms, which helps with interpreting the results.
After Your Monitoring Period
When the 24-hour period is complete, you return the monitor as arranged. The readings are reviewed and a report is prepared for the specialist or GP who requested it, who will discuss the findings and any next steps with you.
How to Arrange Monitoring
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring is usually arranged through a referral from your GP or specialist. Referrals can be sent to reception@csdc.com.au, and our team will contact the patient to arrange an appointment. You can also call our reception team on (07) 5638 5325 with any questions about the test or how to prepare.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I wear the monitor?
The monitor is usually worn for 24 hours, including overnight, so it can record readings across the day and while you sleep.
Will the cuff wake me at night?
The cuff inflates at set intervals, including overnight, which some people notice. Try to keep your arm still during a reading and then return to rest.
Can I shower while wearing the monitor?
The monitor and cuff should be kept dry, so showering and bathing are usually avoided during the recording period. Our team will give you clear instructions when it is fitted.
Do I need a referral for blood pressure monitoring?
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring is usually arranged through a referral from your GP or specialist. Our team can advise on what is needed.
Where is the test located?
Level 2, above Doctors@Coomera, Shop 2/21 Coomera Grand Drive, Upper Coomera, QLD 4209, next to ALDI, with parking on site.
Arrange Blood Pressure Monitoring
Speak with our team about ambulatory blood pressure monitoring in Upper Coomera. Have your referral ready to arrange an appointment.
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