Subject characteristics
Characteristic | Normotensive (n = 13) | Hypertensive (n = 12) | P Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gender (male/female) | 6:7 | 7:5 | N.S. |
| Race (white/black) | 9:4 | 5:7 | N.S. |
| Age (years) | 42.9 ± 9.8 | 46.3 ± 7.5 | N.S. |
| Body mass index (kg/M2) | 25.1 ± 2.3 | 27.8 ± 1.8 | 0.003 |
| MAP (mm Hg) | 83.3 ± 8.3 | 99.2 ± 6.9 | <0.001 |
| Heart rate (bpm) | 63.6 ± 9.6 | 67.9 ± 7.6 | N.S. |
N.S., not significant