A 33-year-old male asked:
will a full blood test show if i have low blood pressure when standing? when i stand floor feels like it moves under me. dr didn't check bp standing.
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Dr. Cary Rose answered
Specializes in Cardiology
Blood test will not.: I agree that you should have BP taken lying down, sitting, and standing. A blood test is for other things, such as serum sodium. It all depends on the symptoms.
Answered on Jun 10, 2014
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