Preparation for investigations

List of investigations

Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring

Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) is an investigation that records blood pressure values over a 24-hour period, including during sleep. This method provides a complete picture of blood pressure variations and is essential for the diagnosis and monitoring of hypertension.

Recommendations before device placement

• Take a shower before your appointment, as you will not be able to wet the area where the device is placed during monitoring.
• Wear loose clothing with wide sleeves to allow easy placement of the cuff on the arm.
• Inform the doctor about all medications you are taking and bring a list with you.
• If applicable, present the referral from your treating physician for this investigation.

During monitoring

• The device automatically measures blood pressure at regular intervals (usually every 15–30 minutes during the day and 30–60 minutes at night).
• Remain still with your arm relaxed during each measurement — you will feel the cuff tighten, similar to a standard blood pressure check.
• Continue your usual daily activities, but avoid intense physical effort that could damage the device.
• Do not wet or hit the device.
• Keep a diary of symptoms and activities (e.g., headache, dizziness, physical effort, rest, sleep) with the approximate time, to correlate blood pressure values with your clinical condition.

After completion of the investigation

• The device is returned to the clinic for data download and analysis.
• The results are interpreted by a cardiologist, who will provide recommendations for treatment or further monitoring.