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How can oligohydramnios be classified?

By Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 07/02/2025

The classification of oligohydramnios based on its severity is as follows:

Mild
AFI between 6 and 7.
Moderate
API between 4 and 5.
Severe
ILA<3.
Imagen: Classification of Oligohydramnios

It should be noted that there are variations in this classification depending on the specialist. In addition, it is also necessary to assess other parameters, such as blood pressure, to make an accurate diagnosis of oligohydramnios.

 Marta Barranquero Gómez
Marta Barranquero Gómez
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Embryologist
Graduated in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences by the University of Valencia (UV) and specialized in Assisted Reproduction by the University of Alcalá de Henares (UAH) in collaboration with Ginefiv and in Clinical Genetics by the University of Alcalá de Henares (UAH).
License: 3316-CV
Embryologist. Graduated in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences by the University of Valencia (UV) and specialized in Assisted Reproduction by the University of Alcalá de Henares (UAH) in collaboration with Ginefiv and in Clinical Genetics by the University of Alcalá de Henares (UAH). License: 3316-CV.