APGAR Newborn Score

The standard 1- and 5-minute assessment of a newborn's condition at birth.

✓ Reviewed by Dr. Harbhajan Singh Sekhon · 27 May 2026
Designed for healthcare professionals or trained caregivers — not for self-diagnosis. If you have symptoms, seek medical care.

How this is calculated

Each of the five signs (Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity, Respiration) scores 0–2, summed to 0–10 at 1 and 5 minutes. The 5-minute score best predicts outcomes.

Sources

  1. Apgar V. A proposal for a new method of evaluation of the newborn infant. Curr Res Anesth Analg 1953.
This calculator is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The result is based on standard clinical formulas applied to the values you entered — your individual situation may need adjustments your doctor can make. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you read or calculated on healthcalculus.

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