Blood pressure monitoring

We provide services to anyone requiring Blood Pressure Monitoring. 

To monitor your blood pressure, a cuff is placed on your arm.  This is connected to a device that inflates the cuff automatically. You might feel some discomfort when the cuff squeezes your arm, but this is normal. 

Inflation occurs every half hour during the day and every hour overnight. You'll wear the cuff for 24 hours and return it to Diagnostic Services the next day. You do not need to stay in hospital over the 24 hours that the test takes place.  

Please note: 

• You cannot shower while wearing the monitor, so it's best to shower before your appointment. 
• Wear loose upper clothing to accommodate the cuff. 
• This is a non-Medicare rebateable test, a charge applies. We will advise you of the cost upon booking.

• A referral from a GP or other medical provider is required   
• Appointments are essential  
• BALLARAT - Make a booking by calling 03 5320 4201. You can also fax your referral to 03 5320 4713 or email to diagnostic@gh.org.au. If using fax or email, you will be contacted with your appointment details.  
• HORSHAM - Make a booking by calling 03 5381 9167 You can also fax your referral to 03 5381 9357 or email to wmc@gh.org.au. If using fax or email, you will be contacted with your appointment details.  
• Patient name, date of birth, phone number, address and GP must be included on the referral.