Cardiovascular Risk (Framingham) Calculator

Gauge your potential 10-year cardiovascular disease risk by entering a few key lab values and lifestyle details. This simplified equation mirrors the trends of the Framingham Risk Score, providing a quick educational snapshot to discuss with your healthcare provider.

Valid for adults 20–79 years old
Most lab reports show desirable levels below 200 mg/dL
Use an average of recent readings
Higher HDL levels are protective
Enter 1 if you currently smoke, otherwise 0

Simplified model; consult a healthcare provider for medical advice.

Examples

  • Age 50, TC 200 mg/dL, SBP 120 mmHg, HDL 50 mg/dL, non-smoker ⇒ 10.4 %
  • Age 60, TC 250 mg/dL, SBP 140 mmHg, HDL 40 mg/dL, smoker ⇒ 18 %
  • Age 45, TC 180 mg/dL, SBP 110 mmHg, HDL 60 mg/dL, non-smoker ⇒ 6.2 %

FAQ

How do I enter smoking status?

Use 1 for smokers and 0 for non-smokers.

Is this an official Framingham score?

No, it is a simplified approximation for educational use.

Can risk exceed 100%?

The result is capped between 0 and 100% to keep the estimate within a realistic range.

Does the calculator adjust for medication?

No. Clinicians use more detailed tools that factor in blood pressure treatment, statin therapy, and diabetes status.

What should I do with a high percentage?

Discuss the result with your doctor or cardiologist—lifestyle changes, further testing, or medication may be recommended.

Additional Information

  • The Framingham Heart Study introduced multivariable risk equations to predict coronary heart disease over a 10-year horizon.
  • True clinical tools incorporate sex, diabetes status, blood pressure treatment, and more; this simplified model focuses on the most common laboratory markers.
  • Risk percentages represent the probability of experiencing a cardiovascular event (heart attack, stroke, or related death) within ten years.
  • Improving HDL, quitting smoking, and controlling blood pressure are proven strategies to lower absolute risk.

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