Centor Score Calculator

Calculate Centor score to guide sore throat management and antibiotic prescribing decisions in line with UK antimicrobial stewardship guidelines.

Important Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and should be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Antibiotic prescribing decisions should be made in consultation with a qualified healthcare provider.

Centor Score

Alternative tool used in some UK clinical settings

About Centor Score

The Centor score is used to estimate the likelihood of Group A Streptococcal pharyngitis in patients presenting with sore throat.

Components:

  • Fever (history of fever or temperature > 38°C)
  • Tonsillar exudate
  • Tender anterior cervical lymphadenopathy
  • Absence of cough

UK Antimicrobial Stewardship: This score supports the UK's efforts to reduce unnecessary antibiotic prescribing while ensuring appropriate treatment for those who would benefit most. It is used alongside clinical judgment in UK healthcare settings.

Note: This calculator is intended for healthcare professionals. Clinical judgment should always be used alongside this score.