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AUDIT-C alcohol screener

The 3-question AUDIT-C tool UK GPs use to screen for risky drinking. Under a minute, no data leaves your browser.

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Common questions

What is AUDIT-C?

AUDIT-C is the 3-question short form of the WHO Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test. UK GPs and NHS drug and alcohol services use it as a first-line screen for risky drinking. It takes under a minute and scores from 0–12.

What score is 'positive'?

A score of 5+ in men and 4+ in women is considered a positive screen for at-risk drinking. 8+ suggests likely alcohol use disorder and warrants a full AUDIT and clinical assessment.

Should I do AUDIT-C or the full AUDIT?

AUDIT-C is a quick screen. If you score positive, do the full 10-question AUDIT for a more detailed picture — we have that too.

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