Blood Pressure Checker
Enter your blood pressure reading and get a plain-English explanation of what it means — normal, elevated, or high — using the latest Canadian and Hypertension Canada categories.
Blood Pressure Checker
Systolic (top number) mmHg Diastolic (bottom number) mmHg
Blood pressure categories (Canada)
Blood pressure is written as two numbers — systolic (the pressure when your heart beats) over diastolic (the pressure between beats), measured in mmHg. These are the categories most Canadian clinicians use:
Normal — below 120/80
Elevated — 120–129 systolic and below 80 diastolic
Stage 1 hypertension — 130–139 systolic or 80–89 diastolic
Stage 2 hypertension — 140/90 or higher
Hypertensive crisis — 180/120 or higher (seek care now)
Where to get your blood pressure checked
Many Canadian pharmacies（https://canclinics.ca/specialties/pharmacies） have free blood-pressure machines, and pharmacists in most provinces can advise on the result. For diagnosis and treatment, see a family doctor — you can find one near you（https://canclinics.ca/search?type=family） or visit a walk-in clinic（https://canclinics.ca/search?type=walk-in） if you don't have a regular provider.
Frequently asked questions
What is a normal blood pressure?
For most adults, a reading below 120/80 mmHg is ideal. 120–129 systolic is "elevated", 130/80 and above is Stage 1 hypertension, and 140/90 and above is Stage 2. Targets can differ for people with diabetes or kidney disease — your doctor sets yours.
When is blood pressure an emergency?
A reading of 180/120 mmHg or higher is a hypertensive crisis. If it comes with chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, difficulty speaking, or vision changes, call 911 immediately. Without those symptoms, still seek care the same day.
Why does one high reading not mean I have hypertension?