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===Oscillometric Method===
===Oscillometric Method===
Method:
Method:
#The cuff is placed on a distal limb or tail.
#The specialised oscillometric cuff is placed on a distal limb or tail.
#The cuff automatically inflates.
#The cuff automatically inflates.
#As it deflates, oscillation in the cuff is detected.
#As it deflates, oscillation in the cuff is detected electronically.
*Measures systolic, diastolic and mean arterial blood pressure as well as pulse rate.
*Measures systolic, diastolic and mean arterial blood pressure as well as pulse rate.
'''Advantages'''
'''Advantages'''