Feeby had her 3rd-ever BP test today - but her first with a Doppler. The previous two were done with what I believe was High Definition Oscillometric (HDO). They were done 1 - 1 1/2 years ago, with each testing done 3 times. They came out averaging on the normal high side around 150-160. Today, they only did one reading that came out very, very high - 230. The vet's office said it was as an accurate reading as they could possibly get - despite that they did not do additional reads. During this session, after shaving her for the Doppler, a vet tech held her down while two different vet techs had to try to get a reading.
I understand the reasoning for BP tests, and Feeby more than qualifies for them (hyperthyroidism and CKD). So, I am NOT asking why the test was done, but rather what you all know about the testing and the most reliable readings based on different testing protocols.
What do you know about BP checks on cats, what procedure was done, and how many 'checks' did they do to determine a reliable reading? Thanks!
I understand the reasoning for BP tests, and Feeby more than qualifies for them (hyperthyroidism and CKD). So, I am NOT asking why the test was done, but rather what you all know about the testing and the most reliable readings based on different testing protocols.
What do you know about BP checks on cats, what procedure was done, and how many 'checks' did they do to determine a reliable reading? Thanks!