Diastolic (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to a diastole or happening during a diastole.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The diastolic blood pressure was a bit high according to the doctor's measurement.
- Diastolic pressure is typically the bottom number when checking one's blood pressure.
- She kept an eye on her diastolic levels, aware of her risk for hypertension.
- Hypertension patients were encouraged to closely monitor their diastolic blood pressure daily.
- Doctors will check your diastolic blood pressure in the middle of a stress test to track changes.