Apgar Score Calculator — Newborn Health Assessment Tool

Apgar Score Calculator

Quick assessment of newborn health at 1 and 5 minutes after birth. Calculate the Apgar score based on five vital signs.

Step 1: 1-Minute Apgar Score

0
Blue or pale
1
Body pink, extremities blue
2
Completely pink
0
Absent
1
Below 100 bpm
2
Above 100 bpm
0
No response
1
Grimace only
2
Cry or pull away
0
Limp, floppy
1
Some flexion
2
Active motion
0
Absent
1
Slow, irregular
2
Good, crying

About the 1-Minute Score

The 1-minute Apgar score indicates how well the baby tolerated the birthing process and whether immediate medical intervention is needed.

Step 2: 5-Minute Apgar Score

0
Blue or pale
1
Body pink, extremities blue
2
Completely pink
0
Absent
1
Below 100 bpm
2
Above 100 bpm
0
No response
1
Grimace only
2
Cry or pull away
0
Limp, floppy
1
Some flexion
2
Active motion
0
Absent
1
Slow, irregular
2
Good, crying

About the 5-Minute Score

The 5-minute Apgar score indicates how well the baby is adapting to the new environment outside the womb and is a better predictor of long-term health.

Apgar Score Results

Summary
Score Comparison
Detailed Breakdown

1-Minute Apgar Score

8
5-Minute Apgar Score
9
Normal – Generally healthy
Appearance Score
4/4
Pulse Score
4/4
Grimace Score
4/4
Activity Score
4/4
Respiration Score
4/4
Overall Assessment
Normal

Apgar Score Interpretation Guide

Score Range Interpretation Medical Response Frequency

Apgar Score Components Breakdown

Apgar Score Formula

Total Score = Appearance + Pulse + Grimace + Activity + Respiration

Each component is scored 0, 1, or 2 points. The total score ranges from 0-10. Higher scores indicate better newborn health. Scores are typically assessed at 1 and 5 minutes after birth.

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