What does the Framingham Risk Score measure?

It estimates the probability of experiencing a cardiovascular event (coronary heart disease, stroke, peripheral artery disease, or heart failure) within the next 10 years. It does not predict other conditions and is designed for adults without known existing CVD.

What cholesterol units does this calculator use?

This calculator uses mg/dL, the unit used in the original Framingham tables. To convert from mmol/L to mg/dL, multiply by 38.67 for cholesterol. Typical total cholesterol in a healthy adult is 150–200 mg/dL; HDL above 60 mg/dL is considered protective.

What are the Framingham risk categories?

Scores are grouped into three tiers: Low risk ( 20%) — statin therapy and possibly other pharmacologic interventions are typically recommended by guidelines.

Why are there separate tables for men and women?

Men and women have different baseline cardiovascular risk profiles and different relationships between risk factors and CVD events. The Framingham study derived sex-specific regression coefficients, so combining them into one table would produce inaccurate estimates.

Is this calculator a substitute for clinical advice?

No. The Framingham Risk Score is a decision-support tool, not a replacement for a physician's evaluation. Risk estimates should be interpreted alongside the patient's full medical history, family history, and other biomarkers. All treatment decisions must be made by a qualified clinician.

What age range is the Framingham score validated for?

The original score tables are validated for adults aged 30–79 years. Results outside this range (particularly under 30 or over 79) may not be accurate and should be interpreted with caution.

Framingham Risk Score Calculator

Name: Framingham Risk Score Calculator
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Author: Nham Vu

Enter age, total cholesterol, HDL, systolic blood pressure, smoking status, and diabetes to estimate your 10-year cardiovascular disease risk using the Framingham point-score algorithm.

Patient Information

Biological Sex

Male Female

Age (years, 30–79)

Total Cholesterol (mg/dL)

HDL Cholesterol (mg/dL)

Systolic Blood Pressure (mmHg)

Currently on blood pressure medication

Current smoker

Diabetes diagnosis

Fill in the fields and click Calculate

Clinical note: This tool implements the Framingham Heart Study point-score algorithm (D'Agostino et al., 2008). Results are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a qualified clinician before making any treatment decisions.

Summary

Enter age, total cholesterol, HDL, systolic blood pressure, smoking status, and diabetes to estimate your 10-year cardiovascular disease risk using the Framingham point-score algorithm.

How it works

Select your biological sex (male or female) — the Framingham algorithm uses separate scoring tables for each.
Enter your age in years (30–79 is the validated range).
Enter your total cholesterol and HDL cholesterol values in mg/dL.
Enter your systolic blood pressure in mmHg and indicate whether you are currently on blood pressure treatment.
Check "Current smoker" if you smoke cigarettes and "Diabetes" if you have a diabetes diagnosis.
The 10-year CVD risk percentage and risk category update instantly as you fill in the fields.

Use cases

Estimate personal 10-year cardiovascular risk before a doctor's appointment.
Understand how cholesterol, blood pressure, and smoking each contribute to heart risk.
Track how lifestyle changes (quitting smoking, lowering cholesterol) reduce estimated CVD risk over time.
Support clinical decision-making for initiating statin therapy or antihypertensive treatment.
Educate patients on modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease.
Compare risk between treated and untreated hypertension scenarios.

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Last updated: 2026-05-23 · Reviewed by Nham Vu