Pediatric BMI Calculator
Calculate BMI for children and teens with age-appropriate category interpretation.
How to Use the Pediatric BMI Calculator
- Enter the required values into the input fields.
- Click the Calculate button to see the results.
- Review the output values and interpretations below.
Referência Rápida
| De | Para |
|---|---|
| Underweight | < 5th percentile |
| Healthy weight | 5th–85th percentile |
| Overweight | 85th–95th percentile |
| Obese | ≥ 95th percentile |
Casos de Uso
- •Monitoring personal health metrics and tracking changes over time.
- •Supporting clinical decision-making with quick formula-based estimates.
- •Educational use for students learning health and fitness calculations.
Fórmula
Formula: BMI = Weight (kg) / Height (m)². For children 2-19, results are interpreted using CDC age-sex percentile charts.
Perguntas Frequentes
Why is pediatric BMI different from adult BMI?
Children's body composition changes with age and differs by sex. Pediatric BMI is interpreted using age- and sex-specific percentile charts rather than fixed cutoffs.
What percentile is healthy for children?
A BMI between the 5th and 85th percentile is considered healthy. Below the 5th is underweight. Between 85th and 95th is overweight. At or above 95th is obese.
At what age should I use adult BMI?
Adult BMI categories apply from age 20 and older. For ages 2-19, use the pediatric BMI with percentile interpretation.