Odds Ratio Calculator

Calculate the odds ratio from a 2x2 contingency table

2x2 Contingency Table:

Outcome (+)Outcome (-)
Exposed
Not Exposed

About Odds Ratio

The odds ratio compares the odds of an outcome between two groups, commonly used in case-control studies and epidemiology.

Formula: OR = (a × d) / (b × c)

Interpretation:

  • OR = 1: No association
  • OR > 1: Exposure increases odds of outcome
  • OR < 1: Exposure decreases odds of outcome

Note: OR approximates relative risk when outcome is rare (<10%).

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Formula Source: Standard Mathematical References

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🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.