Blood pressure screening (hypertension detection)
Opportunistic or scheduled BP measurement from adulthood; check more often if elevated or at higher cardiovascular risk. Confirm raised readings with repeat/ambulatory or home monitoring.
Category
cardio
Countries
Australia
Applies to
Male, Female, Intersex, Prefer not to say
Typical start age
18
Frequency
2 years
Risk & ethnicity adjustments
- Higher risk: check annually — may change start age and/or frequency when criteria are met.
- Higher stroke burden: annual BP — may change start age and/or frequency when criteria are met.