AUDIT-C Questionnaire
AUDIT-C is a validated screening tool that captures drinking frequency, quantity, and binge behaviour. Complete all three questions to calculate your score.
How often do you have a drink containing alcohol?
How many standard drinks do you have on a typical day when drinking?
How often do you have six or more drinks on one occasion?
AUDIT-C score
0
Score range 0–12
Risk interpretation
Low risk
Your AUDIT-C score is below the recommended cut-off. Continue practicing low-risk drinking strategies and monitor changes over time.
Recommended action: Reassess annually or if drinking patterns change.
How to Use This Calculator
Answer based on the past 12 months
Include all alcoholic drinks—beer, wine, spirits, cocktails—and typical quantities.
Consider biological sex cut-offs
Use ≥4 for males and ≥3 for females as positive screens; transgender individuals should follow clinician guidance.
Follow up with appropriate services
Share your score with a healthcare provider, especially if it exceeds the cut-off or if you have alcohol-related symptoms.
Formula
AUDIT-C score = Sum of three responses (each 0–4 points).
Positive screen thresholds:
- Men: ≥4
- Women: ≥3
Scores ≥7 suggest likely alcohol use disorder; proceed with full 10-item AUDIT or clinical assessment.
Full Description
The AUDIT-C is a concise version of the WHO Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test. Higher scores correlate with heavy drinking, binge episodes, and alcohol-related harm. Positive screens require further evaluation—ideally the full AUDIT or DSM-5 clinical assessment—to classify severity, assess withdrawal risk, and guide interventions ranging from brief advice to medication-assisted treatment. Always interpret results alongside comorbidities, pregnancy status, and patient goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AUDIT-C ever used alone?
Yes as a screening tool. Positive results require the full AUDIT or structured interview to diagnose alcohol use disorder.
How often should I repeat the test?
In primary care, annual screening is common. Repeat sooner if drinking patterns change or during treatment monitoring.
Does medication affect scoring?
No medications directly change the score, but treatment (e.g., naltrexone) may reduce consumption, leading to lower scores over time.
What if I’m pregnant?
Any alcohol use in pregnancy warrants counselling. AUDIT-C cut-offs do not apply—abstinence is strongly recommended.