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However, the purpose of the Apgar test is to determine quickly whether a newborn needs immediate medical care; it was not designed to make long-term predictions on a child's health. A score of 10 is uncommon due to the prevalence of transient cyanosis, and is not substantially different from a score of 9.
What is the Apgar score? The Apgar score is a simple, painless and effective check used by midwives and doctors to assess your newborn's health. Once carried out, the results of the check are given as a score out of 10. At one minute after birth, and again at five minutes after birth, your midwife will evaluate your baby's wellbeing.