Not valid in children <3 years of age
Centor Score, 1 point each for:
- Tonsillar exudate
- Tender anterior cervical lymphadenopathy or lymphadenitis
- History of fever (>38°C)
- No cough
Interpretation:
Centor Score |
|
0, 1, or 2 |
Do not offer antimicrobials |
3 or 4 |
Immediate antimicrobials |