Clinical reference
Explore validated-style scores and utilities commonly used in Neonatology. Follow links for full references, limitations, and the interactive calculator.
Search all tools (filters) →Metcoff Clinical Assessment of Nutritional status: nine body regions graded 1–4 (worse to preserved nutrition), summed to 9–36. Common threshold <24–25 for fetal malnutrition; use alongside birthweight/length for gestational age and clinical context.
Growth & Development · Updated 4/13/2026
Computes mg/kg/min dextrose delivery from infusion rate, dextrose percentage, and weight.
Nutrition · Updated 4/13/2026
HINE optimality total (max 78) from 26 items scored 0–3: cranial nerves, posture, movements, tone, reflexes/reactions. Behaviour and milestones are not summed. Requires certified training and the official paper proforma (e.g. v 08.02.19).
Neurology · Updated 4/13/2026
Age-in-hours bilirubin risk zone framework.
Risk Scores · Updated 4/13/2026
Neonatal withdrawal severity scoring support.
Risk Scores · Updated 4/13/2026
Educational surfactant volume approximation using birth weight (initial 2.5 mL/kg; max cumulative up to 5 mL/kg).
Respiratory · Updated 4/13/2026
EOS risk support tool for neonatal management pathways.
Risk Scores · Updated 4/13/2026
Gestational age estimate using New Ballard neuromuscular and physical maturity scoring.
Growth & Development · Updated 4/13/2026
Educational formula-based partial exchange transfusion volume estimate.
Hematology · Updated 4/13/2026
Risk of bilirubin rebound after phototherapy discontinuation.
Risk Scores · Updated 4/13/2026
Rule-of-thumb UAC length from birth weight.
Procedure Calculators · Updated 4/13/2026
Shukla-style UVC insertion depth from birth weight.
Procedure Calculators · Updated 4/13/2026