Blood pressure check is a simple yet important medical procedure that measures the pressure of the blood against the walls of the arteries. It is typically measured using a sphygmomanometer, which consists of an inflatable cuff, a pressure gauge, and a stethoscope.

The reading of blood pressure is recorded as two numbers, systolic pressure (the higher number) and diastolic pressure (the lower number), measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg).

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can increase the risk of various health conditions, including heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease.