Hypertension

HTN is defined in the stages below

Normal. <120. AND. <80.
Prehypertension. 120-139. OR. 80-89.
Stage I HTN. 140-159. OR. 90-99.
Stage 2 HTN. >160. OR. >100.

Keeping your blood pressure under control is vital for prolonging your life. When uncontrolled high blood pressure can cause Chronic Kidney Diease.

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