Smoking Pack Years
Estimate cumulative smoking exposure by multiplying daily packs by years smoked.
Informational only; seek medical advice for health assessments.
Examples
- 1 pack/day for 10 years ⇒ 10 pack-years
- 0.5 pack/day for 20 years ⇒ 10 pack-years
FAQ
What is a pack year?
One pack year equals smoking one pack per day for a year.
Can I use decimal packs?
Yes, enter partial pack values like 0.5.
Does quitting reset pack years?
No, it's a cumulative measure.
Is this used medically?
Yes, clinicians use pack years to assess risk.
Additional Information
No additional information available.