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Private service 15 minutes Same-day No referral needed
Private · Sunderland

Blood pressure check.
Results and advice in one visit.

Accurate hypertension screening with a GPhC-registered pharmacist. Book online or call us. From £15.

Book now What’s involved

Looking for 24-hour ABPM instead? That’s a two-visit service — details below.

About this service

Why get your blood pressure checked?

High blood pressure (hypertension) affects around 1 in 3 adults in the UK and usually has no symptoms. Left untreated, it significantly increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease.

A blood pressure check at Veritas takes around 15 minutes. Our pharmacist takes an accurate reading, interprets the result, and gives you clear clinical advice — including when to see a GP if your reading is elevated.

Who should get checked? Adults over 40 are recommended to check every 5 years. If you are overweight, smoke, have a family history of hypertension, or feel dizzy or breathless, get checked sooner regardless of age.

15 minutes

Quick, comfortable, and non-invasive. No preparation needed.

Clinically reviewed

GPhC-registered pharmacist interprets your result and explains what it means.

Secure results

Results sent directly to you via secure email from the laboratory, after clinician verification.

Clear next steps

Referral to your GP or advice on lifestyle changes where appropriate.

For a fuller picture

Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM).

A single clinic reading is a useful snapshot, but blood pressure naturally varies through the day. Some people read higher in a clinical setting than they do normally — sometimes called white coat hypertension — or the reverse, sometimes called masked hypertension.

ABPM uses a small, automated cuff worn for a full 24-hour period during normal daily activity, taking readings at regular intervals for a far more complete and accurate picture than any single appointment can give.

Is ABPM right for you? Often recommended if your standard check reading was borderline or high, if you’re being assessed for a new diagnosis of hypertension, or if you want a definitive picture before starting or adjusting treatment.

ABPM is a two-visit service.

Fitting appointment

The portable monitor is fitted at Veritas and worn for a full 24 hours during your normal daily activity, including sleep.

Removal & results, ~24 hours later

A short second appointment to remove the monitor and download your readings. Your pharmacist explains the results at this visit.

24-hour monitoring, 2 visits

Worn during normal daily activity, including sleep. One visit to fit, a short second visit ~24 hours later to remove and get your results.

£125

Booked through the same widget as a standard check — select ABPM when booking.

Book ABPM — £125
What to expect

What happens at your appointment.

Book your appointment

Book online via Halaxy or call us on 0191 503 4053. Same-day slots are available most days. No preparation or fasting is required.

Brief health questions

Our pharmacist will ask a few short questions about your medical history, current medications, and any relevant symptoms. This takes 2–3 minutes.

Measurement taken

A blood pressure cuff is placed around your upper arm and inflated briefly. The reading takes under a minute. A second measurement may be taken for accuracy. (ABPM follows a separate two-visit process — see the ABPM section above.)

Result and next steps

Your pharmacist explains your result — what the numbers mean, whether it is in the normal range, and what to do next. If your reading is high, you’ll receive a referral letter for your GP.

Book now

Book your blood pressure check or ABPM.

Same-day slots available for a standard check. Both the standard blood pressure check (£15) and 24-hour ABPM (£125) are booked through the same widget below — select the option you need.

Opening hours

Mon–Fri 9am–5pm  ·  Sat & Sun 9am–5pm (private services only)

Call us

0191 503 4053

113 Chester Road, Sunderland SR4 7HG · GPhC Registered

Book — Blood Pressure Check & ABPM

Veritas Pharmacy · 113 Chester Road, Sunderland

GPhC Registered
Common questions

Blood pressure check FAQs.

Do I need to prepare before my appointment?
No special preparation is needed. Avoid caffeine, smoking, and strenuous exercise for 30 minutes beforehand if possible. Wear a short-sleeved top or something easy to roll up. Arrive a few minutes early to sit quietly before the measurement.
What do the numbers mean?
Blood pressure is measured in two numbers — systolic (the pressure when your heart beats) over diastolic (pressure between beats). A normal reading is below 120/80 mmHg. Your pharmacist will explain exactly what your result means and whether any action is needed.
What happens if my blood pressure is high?
If your reading is elevated, your pharmacist will recommend a follow-up with your GP and may suggest taking a second reading after a short rest. You will receive a written summary of your reading to take to your GP. High blood pressure is very treatable when caught early.
How often should I have my blood pressure checked?
Adults 40+ are recommended to check at least every 5 years. If you already have elevated readings or are on blood pressure medication, annual checks are advised. If you are monitoring treatment response, your pharmacist or GP will advise a more frequent schedule.
What is ABPM and do I need it?
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) uses a small, automated cuff worn for 24 hours during normal daily activity, giving a far more complete picture than a single clinic reading. It’s often recommended if a standard check reading is borderline or high, or if you want a definitive picture before starting or adjusting treatment. ABPM is a two-visit service — one appointment to fit the monitor, and a short second visit around 24 hours later to remove it and go through your results. It costs £125 and is booked through the same widget as a standard check.
How will I receive my results?
Results are sent directly to you via secure email from the laboratory, following verification by a clinician. Your pharmacist will also discuss your reading and next steps with you at the appointment.
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