Assesses neonates 1 and 5 minutes after birth.
APGAR Score Calculator
For educational use only — not a substitute for professional medical judgment.
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About the APGAR Score
The APGAR score evaluates a newborn’s health at 1 and 5 minutes after birth. It assesses five components: Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity, and Respiration.
Interpretation
- 7–10: Generally normal — good overall condition.
- 4–6: Moderately low — may need assistance and monitoring.
- 0–3: Critically low — requires immediate medical attention.
References
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. The Apgar Score. Committee Opinion No. 644. Obstetrics & Gynecology. 2015.
- American Academy of Pediatrics & American Heart Association. Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), 8th ed. 2021.
- Merck Manual Professional Edition. Apgar Score. (Accessed 2025).
Notes & assumptions
- This follows common scoring definitions and the typical interpretation bands: 7–10 (generally normal), 4–6 (moderately low), 0–3 (critically low).
- Reminder: scoring is usually recorded at 1 and 5 minutes (and 10 minutes if indicated); do not delay care to assign a score.
References
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. The Apgar Score. Committee Opinion No. 644. Obstet Gynecol. 2015.
- American Academy of Pediatrics & American Heart Association. Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), 8th ed. 2021.
- Merck Manual Professional Edition. Apgar Score. Accessed 2025.
