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2020-10-02 11:12:05
Which is best position to check bp supine or sitting MY M.D asked me to check while being relax and sleeping?how much difference should i expect between supine and sitting? Thankyou
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Hi, you can check blood pressure in supine and sitting posture. Supine position is better. BP variations between posture depends upon many factors.

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