High Blood Pressure: Tests & Diagnosis

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Potassium (K) in Urine
Medical Test
11/17/06, Healthwise
A test for potassium in the urine is a 24-hour test or a one-time (spot) test that checks how much potassium is in the urine. Potassium is both an electrolyte and a mineral. It helps keep the water (the amount of fluid inside and outs
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Chloride (Cl)
Medical Test
05/19/06, Healthwise
A chloride test measures the level of chloride in your blood or urine. Chloride is one of the most important electrolytes in the blood. It helps keep the amount of fluid inside and outside of your cells in balance. It also helps mainta
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Monitoring your blood pressure at home
Article
04/24/07, Healthwise
Key points
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Renin Assay
Medical Test
09/15/06, Healthwise
A renin assay blood test is done to find the cause of high blood pressure (hypertension). Renin is an enzyme made by special cells in the kidneys. Renin works with aldosterone (a hormone made by the adrenal glands) and
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Home Blood Pressure Test
Medical Test
02/10/06, Healthwise
A home blood pressure test allows you to keep track of your blood pressure at home. Blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood inside an artery. A blood pressure measurement is taken by temporarily stopping the flow of blood in
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Physical exam for high blood pressure
Article
04/24/07, Healthwise
The extent of the physical exam and the level of detail in your doctor's questions depend on how high your blood pressure is and whether you have other risk factors for heart disease. People who have many risk factors may have a more d
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Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
Article
08/16/07, Healthwise
A comprehensive metabolic panel is a blood test that measures your sugar (glucose) level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney function, and liver function.
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High blood pressure (hypertension)
Article
06/05/07, MayoClinic.com
High blood pressure — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment and prevention of hypertension.
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Preeclampsia and High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy - Exams and Tests
Article
11/22/06, Healthwise
High blood pressure (hypertension) and preeclampsia are typically detected during regular prenatal checkups. Because these conditions can get worse rapidly and can be life-threatening to you and your fetus, it's important that you have
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High blood pressure: Get the most out of home monitoring
Article
05/08/06, MayoClinic.com
High blood pressure: Check your blood pressure at home to help meet your target.
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