SOFA score (Sequential Organ Failure Assessment)
Organ dysfunction across six systems; a rise of 2 or more defines sepsis (Sepsis-3).
Inputs
1 of 7mmHg
Respiratory support
× 10³/µL
Cardiovascular
points
Stable value
Optional; last 24 h.
mL/day
Patient values are shared with every calculator.
When to use
- Suspected infection in the ICU; trending organ dysfunction.
Pearls and pitfalls
- Assume a baseline of 0 unless known preexisting dysfunction.
- Catecholamine doses are in mcg/kg/min for at least 1 hour.
Why use
The Sepsis-3 organ dysfunction measure.
Sum of 0–4 points for respiration, coagulation, liver, cardiovascular, CNS, and kidney