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Apgar Score

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Apgar Score Definition

The numerical sum between zero and ten that is computed from individual values of zero to two that are assigned to five different areas of interest in newborn screenings. These areas are breathing, muscle tone, pulse rate, reflex irritability and skin color.

Apgar Score Synonyms

APGAR Score

Terms in Apgar Score category

Apgar Score Decreased Or Low
Breathing Effort Score
Heart Rate Score
Muscle Tone Score
Reflex Irritability Score
Skin Color Score



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