Blood Pressure Variation in Standing Humans: A Vertical Gradient
In someone who is standing upright, blood will be at the lowest pressure in the feet. This is because the force of gravity pulls the blood down, creating hydrostatic pressure. The pressure is highest at the heart and decreases as the blood moves away from the heart.Hypertension - Related Articles
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