APGAR Score Calculator
Quickly assess newborns at 1 and 5 minutes after birth
Clinical Interpretation
Normal (7-10), Moderately Depressed (4-6), Severely Depressed (0-3). Repeat every 5 minutes up to 20 minutes if score remains < 7.
Mathematical Metric
Evidence & Lit
References: Apgar V. A proposal for a new method of evaluation of the newborn infant. Anesth Analg 1953.
Apgar V, Anesth Analg 1953 (PMID: 13092343) →Frequently Asked Questions
What is the APGAR score?
The APGAR score is a rapid assessment of a newborn's clinical status performed at 1 minute and 5 minutes after birth. It evaluates: Appearance (color), Pulse (heart rate), Grimace (reflex irritability), Activity (muscle tone), and Respiration.
What does a normal APGAR score mean?
An APGAR score of 7 to 10 is considered normal and indicates the newborn is in good health. Scores of 4 to 6 indicate moderate depression, and 0 to 3 indicate severe distress requiring immediate resuscitation.
When is the APGAR score calculated?
It is calculated routinely at 1 and 5 minutes after birth. If the 5-minute score is low (<7), it may be repeated every 5 minutes up to 20 minutes to monitor resuscitation progress.
Does a low APGAR score predict long-term brain damage?
Not necessarily. A low score at 1 minute is common and often resolves. Even at 5 minutes, a low score shows correlation with immediate survival but is a poor predictor of long-term neurological outcome in individual cases.