Who Boys Growth Chart: BMI-For-Age, Birth to 5 Years (Percentiles)

The WHO Boys Growth Chart: BMI-For-Age, Birth to 5 Years (Percentiles) is used to track and monitor the growth and development of boys from birth to 5 years of age. It provides percentiles based on Body Mass Index (BMI) to help healthcare professionals evaluate a child's weight and compare it with other boys of the same age.

The parents or guardians of the child usually file the Growth Chart: BMI-For-Age, Birth to 5 Years (Percentiles).

FAQ

Q: What is the Boys Growth Chart for BMI-For-Age?
A: The Boys Growth Chart for BMI-For-Age is a chart that shows percentiles for body mass index (BMI) for boys from birth to 5 years old.

Q: What does BMI-For-Age measure?
A: BMI-For-Age measures a child's body mass index in comparison to other children of the same age and sex.

Q: Why is the Boys Growth Chart important?
A: The Boys Growth Chart provides a reference to track a child's growth and development in relation to other children.

Q: How is the Boys Growth Chart used?
A: The Boys Growth Chart is used by healthcare professionals to monitor a child's weight status and identify potential health concerns.

Q: What are percentiles on the Boys Growth Chart?
A: Percentiles on the Boys Growth Chart indicate how a child's BMI compares to other boys of the same age. For example, a boy in the 75th percentile has a higher BMI than 75% of other boys his age.

Q: What do the different percentiles on the Boys Growth Chart mean?
A: The different percentiles on the Boys Growth Chart represent different weight categories. Percentiles below the 5th percentile indicate underweight, percentiles between the 5th and 85th percentile indicate normal weight, and percentiles above the 85th percentile indicate overweight or obesity.