- male
- 50 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm really concerned because my blood pressure was quite high at 17090 before I did the TMT test. Could that be the reason why my TMT test came back positive?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
YES,severe hypertension can be a cause of positive results..
Dr. Kareemulla Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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